Chhirralewa - Basna, Mahasamund
Chhirralewa is a village situated in the Basna tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basna and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Kotendarha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhirralewa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhirralewa is 445670. The village covers a total geographical area of 228.89 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Chhirralewa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraipali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhirralewa
As per Census 2011, Chhirralewa village has a total population of 338 people, consisting of 163 males and 175 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 1,073 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 211 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 260 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhirralewa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 338 | 163 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 260 | 126 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 118 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 45 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Chhirralewa
Chhirralewa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotendarha | South | 1.85 km |
| Budhudongar | North | 1.93 km |
| Dularpali | East | 2.26 km |
| Bijrabhantha | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Medhapali | West | 2.73 km |
| Nunpani | East | 3.13 km |
| Bendari | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Birsingpali | North | 3.14 km |
| Koliyaridih | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Pretandih | South | 3.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhirralewa
Chhirralewa 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 Kharsia, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saraipali to Chhirralewa is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Chhirralewa is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhirralewa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhirralewa 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 Chhirralewa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhirralewa 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 Chhirralewa
Where is Chhirralewa located?
Chhirralewa village is located in Basna Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhirralewa?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhirralewa is Kotendarha.
What is the pincode of Chhirralewa?
The pincode of Chhirralewa is 493558.
What is the population of Chhirralewa?
Chhirralewa has a total population of 338, including 163 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Chhirralewa?
There are 68 households in Chhirralewa.
What is the literacy rate in Chhirralewa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhirralewa is 62.43%. Male literacy is 72.39% and female literacy is 53.14%.