Chiwri - Kurud, Dhamtari
Chiwri is a village situated in the Kurud tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurud and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Chinwri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chiwri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chiwri is 446856. The village covers a total geographical area of 863.72 hectares and falls under the 493663 pincode. Kurud is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Chiwri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kurud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chiwri
As per Census 2011, Chiwri village has a total population of 2,693 people, consisting of 1,407 males and 1,286 females. The village has 560 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 367 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,833 literate and 860 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 145 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chiwri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,693 | 1,407 | 1,286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 367 | 210 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 77 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 1,833 | 1,060 | 773 |
| Illiterate Population | 860 | 347 | 513 |
Nearby Villages of Chiwri
Chiwri 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 Chiwri
Chiwri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chiwri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurud to Chiwri is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Chiwri is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chiwri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chiwri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chiwri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chiwri 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chiwri
Where is Chiwri located?
Chiwri village is located in Kurud Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chiwri?
The Gram Panchayat of Chiwri is Chinwri.
What is the pincode of Chiwri?
The pincode of Chiwri is 493663.
What is the population of Chiwri?
Chiwri has a total population of 2,693, including 1,407 males and 1,286 females.
How many households are there in Chiwri?
There are 560 households in Chiwri.
What is the literacy rate in Chiwri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chiwri is 68.07%. Male literacy is 75.34% and female literacy is 60.11%.