Cherpal - Barsur, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Cherpal is a village situated in the Barsur tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 33 km from Geedam and around 45 km from Dantewada. Cherpal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cherpal is 450120. The village covers a total geographical area of 359.8 hectares and falls under the 494444 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Cherpal 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 Cherpal
According to the 2011 Census, Cherpal village had a total population of 381 people, including 214 males and 167 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 780 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.06%, with male literacy at 82.26% and female literacy at 57.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 282.
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 | 381 | 214 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 28 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 282 | 164 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 153 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 61 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Cherpal
Cherpal 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 Cherpal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Cherpal.
| 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 Bade Bacheli to Cherpal is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Cherpal 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 Cherpal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cherpal 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 Cherpal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cherpal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Cherpal
Where is Cherpal located?
Cherpal village is located in Barsur Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Cherpal?
Cherpal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Cherpal?
The pincode of Cherpal is 494444.
What is the population of Cherpal?
Cherpal had a total population of 381, including 214 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Cherpal?
Cherpal had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cherpal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cherpal was 72.06%. Male literacy was 82.26% and female literacy was 57.36%.