Chirmi - Pondi(Bachra), Korea
Chirmi is a village situated in the Pondi(Bachra) tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from Khadganva and around 25 km from Baikunthpur. Chirmi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chirmi is 431797. The village covers a total geographical area of 1518.51 hectares and falls under the 497449 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chirmi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baikunthpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chirmi
As per Census 2011, Chirmi village has a total population of 2,742 people, consisting of 1,333 males and 1,409 females. The village has 632 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 410 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,510 literate and 1,232 illiterate residents. Additionally, 393 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,061 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chirmi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,742 | 1,333 | 1,409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 410 | 208 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 202 | 191 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,061 | 986 | 1,075 |
| Literate Population | 1,510 | 848 | 662 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,232 | 485 | 747 |
Nearby Villages of Chirmi
Chirmi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Indarpur | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Patma | West | 3.51 km |
| Sons | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Khandhaura | North-East | 4.14 km |
| Chhotesalhi | South-West | 4.41 km |
| Korchadand | North | 4.48 km |
| Parmeshwarpur Alias Pathakpur | East | 4.60 km |
| Padita | West | 4.65 km |
| Telaidhar | North-East | 5.45 km |
| Sawla | South-West | 5.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chirmi
Chirmi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chirmiri, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.4 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 Baikunthpur to Chirmi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chirmi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chirmi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chirmi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chirmi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chirmi
Where is Chirmi located?
Chirmi village is located in Pondi(Bachra) Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chirmi?
Chirmi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chirmi?
The pincode of Chirmi is 497449.
What is the population of Chirmi?
Chirmi has a total population of 2,742, including 1,333 males and 1,409 females.
How many households are there in Chirmi?
There are 632 households in Chirmi.
What is the literacy rate in Chirmi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chirmi is 55.07%. Male literacy is 63.62% and female literacy is 46.98%.