Cholnar - Bade Bacheli, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Cholnar is a village situated in the Bade Bacheli tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from Kuwakonda and around 45 km from Dantewada. Cholnar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cholnar is 450247. The village covers a total geographical area of 591.63 hectares and falls under the 494552 pincode. Kirandul is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Cholnar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cholnar
According to the 2011 Census, Cholnar village had a total population of 919 people, including 446 males and 473 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.97%, with male literacy at 83.64% and female literacy at 54.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 907.
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 | 919 | 446 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 67 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 907 | 441 | 466 |
| Literate Population | 529 | 317 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 129 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Cholnar
Cholnar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Cholnar
Cholnar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Cholnar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kirandul to Cholnar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Cholnar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cholnar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cholnar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Cholnar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cholnar 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 Cholnar
Where is Cholnar located?
Cholnar village is located in Bade Bacheli Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cholnar?
Cholnar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Cholnar?
The pincode of Cholnar is 494552.
What is the population of Cholnar?
Cholnar had a total population of 919, including 446 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Cholnar?
Cholnar had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cholnar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cholnar was 68.97%. Male literacy was 83.64% and female literacy was 54.64%.