Chhoteloram Village - Pithora, Mahasamund
Chhoteloram is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Chhoteloram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhoteloram is 446481. The village covers a total geographical area of 327.56 hectares and falls under the 492112 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chhoteloram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhoteloram
As per Census 2011, Chhoteloram village has a total population of 896 people, consisting of 425 males and 471 females. The village has 201 households and a sex ratio of 1,108 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 517 literate and 379 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 663 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhoteloram are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 896 | 425 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 61 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 663 | 309 | 354 |
| Literate Population | 517 | 287 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 138 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Chhoteloram
Chhoteloram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhoteloram Tukda Puran | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Lalmati | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Dongripali Tukda | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Bahadurpur | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Padakipali | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Barikpali Tukda | North | 2.98 km |
| Jarabharan | North | 3.05 km |
| Katangtarai | North-East | 3.48 km |
| Akaltara | North-West | 3.57 km |
| Jodhpur | South | 4.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhoteloram
Chhoteloram is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Komakhan, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagbahara to Chhoteloram is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Chhoteloram is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhoteloram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhoteloram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhoteloram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhoteloram 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 Chhoteloram
Where is Chhoteloram located?
Chhoteloram village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhoteloram?
Chhoteloram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chhoteloram?
The pincode of Chhoteloram is 492112.
What is the population of Chhoteloram?
Chhoteloram has a total population of 896, including 425 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Chhoteloram?
There are 201 households in Chhoteloram.
What is the literacy rate in Chhoteloram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhoteloram is 57.70%. Male literacy is 67.53% and female literacy is 48.83%.