Chhindola - Bagbahra, Mahasamund
Chhindola is a village situated in the Bagbahra tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagbahara and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Kurrubhatta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhindola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhindola is 446656. The village covers a total geographical area of 252 hectares and falls under the 493445 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chhindola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khallari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhindola
According to the 2011 Census, Chhindola village had a total population of 601 people, including 284 males and 317 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 1,116 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.84%, with male literacy at 78.28% and female literacy at 52.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 163.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 601 | 284 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 40 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 80 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 332 | 191 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 93 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Chhindola
Chhindola 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 Chhindola
Chhindola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Bagbahara to Chhindola is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Chhindola is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhindola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhindola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chhindola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhindola 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 Chhindola
Where is Chhindola located?
Chhindola village is located in Bagbahra Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhindola?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhindola is Kurrubhatta.
What is the pincode of Chhindola?
The pincode of Chhindola is 493445.
What is the population of Chhindola?
Chhindola had a total population of 601, including 284 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Chhindola?
Chhindola had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhindola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhindola was 64.84%. Male literacy was 78.28% and female literacy was 52.61%.