Chuhri - Salhewara, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai
Chuhri is a village situated in the Salhewara tehsil of Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 79 km from Chhuikhadan and around 131 km from Rajnandgaon. Kumharwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chuhri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chuhri is 440240. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.07 hectares and falls under the 491888 pincode. Chhuikhadan is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Chuhri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khairagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chuhri
As per Census 2011, Chuhri village has a total population of 48 people, consisting of 23 males and 25 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 1,086 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9 literate and 39 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chuhri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 17 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Chuhri
Chuhri 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 Chuhri
Chuhri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhuikhadan to Chuhri is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Chuhri is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chuhri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chuhri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chuhri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chuhri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chuhri
Where is Chuhri located?
Chuhri village is located in Salhewara Tehsil, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chuhri?
The Gram Panchayat of Chuhri is Kumharwada.
What is the pincode of Chuhri?
The pincode of Chuhri is 491888.
What is the population of Chuhri?
Chuhri has a total population of 48, including 23 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Chuhri?
There are 13 households in Chuhri.
What is the literacy rate in Chuhri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chuhri is 18.75%. Male literacy is 26.09% and female literacy is 12.00%.