Churrupali - Pithora, Mahasamund
Churrupali is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Kodopali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Churrupali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churrupali is 446347. The village covers a total geographical area of 393.68 hectares and falls under the 493449 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Churrupali 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 Churrupali
As per Census 2011, Churrupali village has a total population of 604 people, consisting of 285 males and 319 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 1,119 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 319 literate and 285 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Churrupali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 604 | 285 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 40 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 185 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 100 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Churrupali
Churrupali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dogajhar | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Farouda | East | 2.03 km |
| Kolda | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Parasada | North-East | 2.08 km |
| Kodo Pali | West | 2.09 km |
| Suinara | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Birajpali | North | 3.11 km |
| Bharuwamuda | South | 3.25 km |
| Sewati | South-East | 3.63 km |
| Nawagaon Kalan (nawagaon) | West | 3.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Churrupali
Churrupali 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 20.3 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 Bagbahara to Churrupali is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Churrupali is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Churrupali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churrupali 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Churrupali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churrupali 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 Churrupali
Where is Churrupali located?
Churrupali village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Churrupali?
The Gram Panchayat of Churrupali is Kodopali.
What is the pincode of Churrupali?
The pincode of Churrupali is 493449.
What is the population of Churrupali?
Churrupali has a total population of 604, including 285 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Churrupali?
There are 152 households in Churrupali.
What is the literacy rate in Churrupali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churrupali is 52.81%. Male literacy is 64.91% and female literacy is 42.01%.