Chirhula - Mungeli
Chirhula is a village situated in the Mungeli tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from Mungeli and around 59 km from Bilaspur. Chirhula village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chirhula is 438292. The village covers a total geographical area of 376.6 hectares and falls under the 495334 pincode. Mungeli is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chirhula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungeli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chirhula
As per Census 2011, Chirhula village has a total population of 1,010 people, consisting of 498 males and 512 females. The village has 235 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 574 literate and 436 illiterate residents. Additionally, 583 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chirhula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,010 | 498 | 512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 92 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 583 | 285 | 298 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 574 | 329 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 169 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Chirhula
Chirhula 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghuteli | South | 1.28 km |
| Mama | North | 1.59 km |
| Bhancha | North-East | 1.65 km |
| Lokaipur | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Bundeli | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Kodukapa | North | 2.10 km |
| Bharda | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Jamha | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Jaitarmi | South | 2.73 km |
| Bhadukapa | North-East | 2.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chirhula
Chirhula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belha, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.3 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 Mungeli to Chirhula is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Chirhula 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 Chirhula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chirhula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chirhula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chirhula 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chirhula
Where is Chirhula located?
Chirhula village is located in Mungeli Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chirhula?
Chirhula is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chirhula?
The pincode of Chirhula is 495334.
What is the population of Chirhula?
Chirhula has a total population of 1,010, including 498 males and 512 females.
How many households are there in Chirhula?
There are 235 households in Chirhula.
What is the literacy rate in Chirhula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chirhula is 56.83%. Male literacy is 66.06% and female literacy is 47.85%.