Chhote Gadam
Chhote Gadam is a village located in Katekalyan tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Katekalyan (tehsildar office) and 125km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Badegadam is the gram panchayat of Chhote Gadam village.
Here you can discover what makes Chhote Gadam unique in its vibrant Katekalyan-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Chhote Gadam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chhote Gadam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhote Gadam is 450222. The village spans a total geographical area of 135.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494449. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to Chhote Gadam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 125km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chhote Gadam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chhote Gadam
Population of Chhote Gadam
According to the 2011 Census, Chhote Gadam has a total population of about 118, with approximately 54 males and 64 females. The sex ratio is around 1185 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 22 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 109. The overall literacy rate is approximately 19.49%, with male literacy at about 27.78% and female literacy near 12.50%. There are around 25 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhote Gadam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 118 | 54 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 48 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 39 | 56 |
Connectivity of Chhote Gadam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhote Gadam. As per the 2011 stats, Chhote Gadam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chhote Gadam
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhote Gadam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhote Gadam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhote Gadam
- Where is Chhote Gadam located?
- Chhote Gadam village is situated in Katekalyan Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhote Gadam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chhote Gadam is Badegadam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chhote Gadam?
- The pincode of Chhote Gadam is 494449, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chhote Gadam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhote Gadam is 118, with 54 males and 64 females.
- How many households are there in Chhote Gadam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhote Gadam village has a total of 25 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhote Gadam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhote Gadam is 19.49%. The male literacy rate is 27.78%, while the female literacy rate is 12.50%.