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
As per Census 2011, Cherpal village has a total population of 381 people, consisting of 214 males and 167 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 780 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 227 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 282 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cherpal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 381 | 214 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 28 | 38 |
| 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 has a total population of 381, including 214 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Cherpal?
There are 67 households in Cherpal.
What is the literacy rate in Cherpal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cherpal is 59.58%. Male literacy is 71.50% and female literacy is 44.31%.