Chhote Gadam - Katekalyan, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Chhote Gadam is a village situated in the Katekalyan tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katekalyan and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Dantewada. Badegadam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhote Gadam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhote Gadam is 450222. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.71 hectares and falls under the 494449 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 125 km away.
Chhote Gadam 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 Chhote Gadam
According to the 2011 Census, Chhote Gadam village had a total population of 118 people, including 54 males and 64 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,185 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.96%, with male literacy at 34.09% and female literacy at 15.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 109.
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 | 118 | 54 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 48 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 39 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Chhote Gadam
Chhote Gadam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pusgunna | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Phandiwar | South | 2.70 km |
| Kunna | West | 4.04 km |
| Chuleras | South-East | 4.37 km |
| Badegadam | North-East | 4.42 km |
| Dabba | North-West | 5.16 km |
| Jangampal | East | 5.46 km |
| Kundanpal | South | 6.03 km |
| Gudase | North | 6.10 km |
| Munaga | North-East | 6.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhote Gadam
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chhote Gadam. The nearest railway station is Kaklur, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.7 km.
| 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 Chhote Gadam is about 125 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Chhote Gadam is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhote Gadam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhote Gadam 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 Chhote Gadam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhote Gadam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhote Gadam
Where is Chhote Gadam located?
Chhote Gadam village is located in Katekalyan Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhote Gadam?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhote Gadam is Badegadam.
What is the pincode of Chhote Gadam?
The pincode of Chhote Gadam is 494449.
What is the population of Chhote Gadam?
Chhote Gadam had a total population of 118, including 54 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Chhote Gadam?
Chhote Gadam had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhote Gadam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhote Gadam was 23.96%. Male literacy was 34.09% and female literacy was 15.38%.