Chamai - Kondagaon
Chamai is a village situated in the Kondagaon tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from Kondagaon and around 96 km from Jagdalpur. Chamai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamai is 448832. The village covers a total geographical area of 436 hectares and falls under the 494226 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chamai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kondagaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chamai
As per Census 2011, Chamai village has a total population of 623 people, consisting of 299 males and 324 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 97 literate and 526 illiterate residents. Additionally, 588 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chamai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 623 | 299 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 74 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 588 | 280 | 308 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 58 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 526 | 241 | 285 |
Transport and Connectivity of Chamai
Chamai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kondagaon to Chamai is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Chamai is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamai 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 Chamai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamai 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 Chamai
Where is Chamai located?
Chamai village is located in Kondagaon Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chamai?
Chamai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chamai?
The pincode of Chamai is 494226.
What is the population of Chamai?
Chamai has a total population of 623, including 299 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Chamai?
There are 127 households in Chamai.
What is the literacy rate in Chamai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamai is 15.57%. Male literacy is 19.40% and female literacy is 12.04%.