Chorpani - Ambagarh Chouki, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Chorpani is a village situated in the Ambagarh Chouki tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Ambagarh Chowki and around 72 km from Rajnandgaon. Dodke serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chorpani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chorpani is 441676. The village covers a total geographical area of 251.26 hectares and falls under the 491668 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chorpani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chorpani
According to the 2011 Census, Chorpani village had a total population of 171 people, including 79 males and 92 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,165 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.48%, with male literacy at 56.06% and female literacy at 55.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 153.
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 | 171 | 79 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 153 | 70 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 37 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 42 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Chorpani
Chorpani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chamru Tola | North-West | 1.43 km |
| Kuturghoda | South | 1.70 km |
| Karpibharri | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Harekhapayali | East | 2.43 km |
| Durre Tola | North | 2.79 km |
| Sonoli | West | 2.98 km |
| Dani Tola | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Bhandari Tola | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Sansargarh | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Belarpur | West | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chorpani
Chorpani 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 Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambagarh Chowki to Chorpani is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Chorpani is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chorpani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chorpani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chorpani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chorpani 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 Chorpani
Where is Chorpani located?
Chorpani village is located in Ambagarh Chouki Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chorpani?
The Gram Panchayat of Chorpani is Dodke.
What is the pincode of Chorpani?
The pincode of Chorpani is 491668.
What is the population of Chorpani?
Chorpani had a total population of 171, including 79 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Chorpani?
Chorpani had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chorpani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chorpani was 55.48%. Male literacy was 56.06% and female literacy was 55.00%.