Cherpalli - Bhopalpattnam, Bijapur
Cherpalli is a village situated in the Bhopalpattnam tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhopalpattanam and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Sandra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cherpalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cherpalli is 450699. The village covers a total geographical area of 1567.59 hectares and falls under the 494448 pincode. Bhopalpattanam is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Cherpalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cherpalli
As per Census 2011, Cherpalli village has a total population of 241 people, consisting of 125 males and 116 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 27 literate and 214 illiterate residents. Additionally, 241 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cherpalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 241 | 125 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 33 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 241 | 125 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 20 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 105 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Cherpalli
Cherpalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Peddamathur | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Radpuram | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Sandrapalli | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Yapla | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Rudraram | West | 2.78 km |
| Jajalguda(bhattiguda) | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Motakpalli | South | 3.53 km |
| Chinnamathur | South-West | 3.58 km |
| Kuchnur | North-West | 4.09 km |
| Posadpalli | South | 4.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Cherpalli
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Cherpalli. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Warangal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.0 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 Bhopalpattanam to Cherpalli is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Cherpalli is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cherpalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cherpalli 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 Cherpalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cherpalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Cherpalli
Where is Cherpalli located?
Cherpalli village is located in Bhopalpattnam Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cherpalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Cherpalli is Sandra.
What is the pincode of Cherpalli?
The pincode of Cherpalli is 494448.
What is the population of Cherpalli?
Cherpalli has a total population of 241, including 125 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Cherpalli?
There are 43 households in Cherpalli.
What is the literacy rate in Cherpalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cherpalli is 11.20%. Male literacy is 16.00% and female literacy is 6.03%.