Badi Chalgali - Rajpur, Balrampur-Ramanujganj
Badi Chalgali is a village situated in the Rajpur tehsil of Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 70 km from Rajpur and around 105 km from Ambikapur. Badichalgali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badi Chalgali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badi Chalgali is 433256. The village covers a total geographical area of 1270.28 hectares and falls under the 497118 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Badi Chalgali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badi Chalgali
According to the 2011 Census, Badi Chalgali village had a total population of 734 people, including 383 males and 351 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.50%, with male literacy at 42.20% and female literacy at 32.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 734.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 734 | 383 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 101 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 734 | 383 | 351 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 119 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 264 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Badi Chalgali
Badi Chalgali is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jampani | South-West | 3.85 km |
| Lahasoon Path | North-East | 4.11 km |
| Asanpani | East | 4.19 km |
| Jokapath | South | 4.85 km |
| Sitarampur | North | 5.59 km |
| Samudri | East | 6.72 km |
| Kanchannagar | South-East | 7.88 km |
| Kotpali | North-East | 8.90 km |
| Indakon | South | 9.01 km |
| Karasi | South-East | 9.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badi Chalgali
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Badi Chalgali. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 138.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajpur to Badi Chalgali is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Badi Chalgali is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badi Chalgali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badi Chalgali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Badi Chalgali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badi Chalgali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Badi Chalgali
Where is Badi Chalgali located?
Badi Chalgali village is located in Rajpur Tehsil, Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Badi Chalgali?
The Gram Panchayat of Badi Chalgali is Badichalgali.
What is the pincode of Badi Chalgali?
The pincode of Badi Chalgali is 497118.
What is the population of Badi Chalgali?
Badi Chalgali had a total population of 734, including 383 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Badi Chalgali?
Badi Chalgali had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badi Chalgali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badi Chalgali was 37.50%. Male literacy was 42.20% and female literacy was 32.73%.