Chureli - Belgahna, Bilaspur
Chureli is a village situated in the Belgahna tehsil of Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from Kota and around 59 km from Bilaspur. Chureli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chureli is 437939. The village covers a total geographical area of 264.7 hectares and falls under the 495113 pincode. Ratanpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Chureli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chureli
According to the 2011 Census, Chureli village had a total population of 721 people, including 362 males and 359 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.27%, with male literacy at 74.26% and female literacy at 49.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 556.
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 | 721 | 362 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 59 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 556 | 282 | 274 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 225 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 137 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Chureli
Chureli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bicharpur | South | 1.34 km |
| Manikpur | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Kusumkheda | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Sodha Khurd | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Kenda | North | 3.12 km |
| Barpali | West | 3.13 km |
| Silpahari | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Pahanda | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Semri | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Chhatauna | South | 3.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chureli
Chureli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Tenganmada, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ratanpur to Chureli is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Chureli is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chureli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chureli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chureli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chureli 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chureli
Where is Chureli located?
Chureli village is located in Belgahna Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chureli?
Chureli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chureli?
The pincode of Chureli is 495113.
What is the population of Chureli?
Chureli had a total population of 721, including 362 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Chureli?
Chureli had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chureli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chureli was 62.27%. Male literacy was 74.26% and female literacy was 49.65%.