Champa Village - Kartala, Korba
Champa is a village situated in the Kartala tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kartala and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Champa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Champa is 436524. The village covers a total geographical area of 738.96 hectares and falls under the 495674 pincode. Korba is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Champa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Champa
As per Census 2011, Champa village has a total population of 1,265 people, consisting of 623 males and 642 females. The village has 316 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 213 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 652 literate and 613 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,089 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Champa are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,265 | 623 | 642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 109 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 22 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,089 | 548 | 541 |
| Literate Population | 652 | 389 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 613 | 234 | 379 |
Nearby Villages of Champa
Champa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalgamar | East | 3.20 km |
| Chorbhatti | South-East | 3.49 km |
| Timanbhauna | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Chachiya | North | 3.60 km |
| Kartala | West | 4.16 km |
| Kachhar | South-East | 4.72 km |
| Taulipali | North-East | 4.73 km |
| Geraon | North-West | 5.01 km |
| Taraimar | East | 5.76 km |
| Badmar | South | 6.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Champa
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Champa. The nearest railway station is Urga, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Korba to Champa is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Champa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Champa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Champa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Champa 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 Champa
Where is Champa located?
Champa village is located in Kartala Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Champa?
Champa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Champa?
The pincode of Champa is 495674.
What is the population of Champa?
Champa has a total population of 1,265, including 623 males and 642 females.
How many households are there in Champa?
There are 316 households in Champa.
What is the literacy rate in Champa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Champa is 51.54%. Male literacy is 62.44% and female literacy is 40.97%.