Chhirrakhar - Saraipali, Mahasamund
Chhirrakhar is a village situated in the Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraipali and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Sirboda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhirrakhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhirrakhar is 445949. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.31 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Chhirrakhar 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 Chhirrakhar
According to the 2011 Census, Chhirrakhar village had a total population of 201 people, including 102 males and 99 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.45%, with male literacy at 89.87% and female literacy at 49.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 186.
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 | 201 | 102 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 23 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 186 | 94 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 71 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 31 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Chhirrakhar
Chhirrakhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tibhupali | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Sirboda | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Khokhepur | East | 2.29 km |
| Pudagarh | North | 2.93 km |
| Palidih | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Gundichadihi | South | 3.37 km |
| Dumarpali | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Sonpuri | East | 3.90 km |
| Kanpala | West | 4.04 km |
| Bhursapali | North | 4.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhirrakhar
Chhirrakhar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dungripadi, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.0 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 Chhirrakhar is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Chhirrakhar is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhirrakhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhirrakhar 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 Chhirrakhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhirrakhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhirrakhar
Where is Chhirrakhar located?
Chhirrakhar village is located in Saraipali Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhirrakhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhirrakhar is Sirboda.
What is the pincode of Chhirrakhar?
The pincode of Chhirrakhar is 493558.
What is the population of Chhirrakhar?
Chhirrakhar had a total population of 201, including 102 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Chhirrakhar?
Chhirrakhar had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhirrakhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhirrakhar was 68.45%. Male literacy was 89.87% and female literacy was 49.44%.