Chhindgarh - Chhindgarh, Sukma
Chhindgarh is a village situated in the Chhindgarh tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 100 km from Dantewada. Chindgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhindgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhindgarh is 450591. The village covers a total geographical area of 1421.38 hectares and falls under the 494111 pincode. Sukma is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chhindgarh 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 Chhindgarh
As per Census 2011, Chhindgarh village has a total population of 4,652 people, consisting of 2,353 males and 2,299 females. The village has 827 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 601 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,786 literate and 1,866 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,098 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhindgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,652 | 2,353 | 2,299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 601 | 306 | 295 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,098 | 1,556 | 1,542 |
| Literate Population | 2,786 | 1,568 | 1,218 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,866 | 785 | 1,081 |
Nearby Villages of Chhindgarh
Chhindgarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pujaripal | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Reddipal | North-West | 3.50 km |
| Pakela | South | 4.55 km |
| Bakulaghat | North-West | 4.71 km |
| Chikaras | West | 4.83 km |
| Chipurpal | West | 4.86 km |
| Dhobanpal | North-East | 5.05 km |
| Chhuragatta | North | 5.12 km |
| Ganjenar | East | 5.88 km |
| Ratinaikras | West | 6.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhindgarh
Chhindgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kaklur, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.7 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 Sukma to Chhindgarh is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Chhindgarh is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhindgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhindgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhindgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhindgarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chhindgarh
Where is Chhindgarh located?
Chhindgarh village is located in Chhindgarh Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhindgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhindgarh is Chindgarh.
What is the pincode of Chhindgarh?
The pincode of Chhindgarh is 494111.
What is the population of Chhindgarh?
Chhindgarh has a total population of 4,652, including 2,353 males and 2,299 females.
How many households are there in Chhindgarh?
There are 827 households in Chhindgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Chhindgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhindgarh is 59.89%. Male literacy is 66.64% and female literacy is 52.98%.