Chilkapalli - Usur, Bijapur
Chilkapalli is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Putkel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chilkapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chilkapalli is 450884. The village covers a total geographical area of 1787.13 hectares and falls under the 494448 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 165 km away.
Chilkapalli 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 Chilkapalli
As per Census 2011, Chilkapalli village has a total population of 493 people, consisting of 237 males and 256 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 1,080 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 57 literate and 436 illiterate residents. Additionally, 493 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chilkapalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 493 | 237 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 25 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 493 | 237 | 256 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 51 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 186 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Chilkapalli
Chilkapalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Puskonta | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Polampalli | South-East | 4.29 km |
| Futkel | North-East | 4.40 km |
| Chirpur Bhatti | East | 4.70 km |
| Timmapur | North | 5.24 km |
| Tekmetla | South-West | 5.52 km |
| Chatlapalli | West | 5.69 km |
| Pusbaka | South-East | 7.13 km |
| Pakela | East | 7.37 km |
| Murdanda | North-West | 7.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chilkapalli
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chilkapalli. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dantewada to Chilkapalli is about 165 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Chilkapalli is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chilkapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chilkapalli 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 Chilkapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chilkapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chilkapalli
Where is Chilkapalli located?
Chilkapalli village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chilkapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Chilkapalli is Putkel.
What is the pincode of Chilkapalli?
The pincode of Chilkapalli is 494448.
What is the population of Chilkapalli?
Chilkapalli has a total population of 493, including 237 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Chilkapalli?
There are 109 households in Chilkapalli.
What is the literacy rate in Chilkapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilkapalli is 11.56%. Male literacy is 21.52% and female literacy is 2.34%.