Chepa Village - Pali, Korba
Chepa is a village situated in the Pali tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pali and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Chepa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chepa is 436220. The village covers a total geographical area of 527.96 hectares and falls under the 495449 pincode. Pali is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chepa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chepa
As per Census 2011, Chepa village has a total population of 1,032 people, consisting of 519 males and 513 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 618 literate and 414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 875 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chepa are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,032 | 519 | 513 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 71 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 875 | 440 | 435 |
| Literate Population | 618 | 365 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 154 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Chepa
Chepa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baksahi | West | 2.40 km |
| Mungadih | North | 2.62 km |
| Haranmudi | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Donganala | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Korbi | South-East | 3.23 km |
| Pathrapali | South | 3.27 km |
| Limha | South | 3.79 km |
| Rahadih | North | 4.08 km |
| Damiya | North | 4.21 km |
| Banka | East | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chepa
Chepa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kalmitar, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.1 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 Pali to Chepa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Chepa is about 66 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 Chepa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chepa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chepa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chepa 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 Chepa
Where is Chepa located?
Chepa village is located in Pali Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chepa?
Chepa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chepa?
The pincode of Chepa is 495449.
What is the population of Chepa?
Chepa has a total population of 1,032, including 519 males and 513 females.
How many households are there in Chepa?
There are 217 households in Chepa.
What is the literacy rate in Chepa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chepa is 59.88%. Male literacy is 70.33% and female literacy is 49.32%.