Chilphi - Bodla, Kabeerdham
Chilphi is a village situated in the Bodla tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodla and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Chilphi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chilphi is 439347. The village covers a total geographical area of 157.94 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Kawardha is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Chilphi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chilphi
According to the 2011 Census, Chilphi village had a total population of 2,313 people, including 1,110 males and 1,203 females, living in 532 households. The sex ratio was 1,084 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.56%, with male literacy at 87.73% and female literacy at 73.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 638.
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 | 2,313 | 1,110 | 1,203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 140 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 56 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 638 | 274 | 364 |
| Literate Population | 1,624 | 851 | 773 |
| Illiterate Population | 689 | 259 | 430 |
Nearby Villages of Chilphi
Chilphi 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 Chilphi
Chilphi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Chilphi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kawardha to Chilphi is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Chilphi is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chilphi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chilphi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chilphi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chilphi 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 Chilphi
Where is Chilphi located?
Chilphi village is located in Bodla Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chilphi?
Chilphi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chilphi?
The pincode of Chilphi is 491995.
What is the population of Chilphi?
Chilphi had a total population of 2,313, including 1,110 males and 1,203 females.
How many households are there in Chilphi?
Chilphi had 532 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chilphi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilphi was 80.56%. Male literacy was 87.73% and female literacy was 73.90%.