Chaitra - Fingeshwar, Gariyaband
Chaitra is a village situated in the Fingeshwar tehsil of Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 17 km from Rajim and around 65 km from Raipur. Chaitra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaitra is 444840. The village covers a total geographical area of 244.17 hectares and falls under the 493992 pincode. Fingeshwar is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Chaitra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaitra
As per Census 2011, Chaitra village has a total population of 769 people, consisting of 395 males and 374 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 490 literate and 279 illiterate residents. Additionally, 192 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaitra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 769 | 395 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 58 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 98 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 278 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 117 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Chaitra
Chaitra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raweli | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Sendar | South-East | 1.66 km |
| Madwadih | West | 1.72 km |
| Bijli | South-West | 2.61 km |
| Purena | North | 2.72 km |
| Parsatthi | South | 2.87 km |
| Barula | South | 2.98 km |
| Patora | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Khudiadih | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Borsi | West | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chaitra
Chaitra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rajim, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Fingeshwar to Chaitra is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Chaitra is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaitra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaitra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chaitra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaitra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chaitra
Where is Chaitra located?
Chaitra village is located in Fingeshwar Tehsil, Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaitra?
Chaitra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chaitra?
The pincode of Chaitra is 493992.
What is the population of Chaitra?
Chaitra has a total population of 769, including 395 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Chaitra?
There are 184 households in Chaitra.
What is the literacy rate in Chaitra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaitra is 63.72%. Male literacy is 70.38% and female literacy is 56.68%.