Hilchur - Khadgaon, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Hilchur is a village situated in the Khadgaon tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Manpur and around 100 km from Rajnandgaon. Khardi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hilchur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hilchur is 441406. The village covers a total geographical area of 480.77 hectares and falls under the 491229 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Hilchur 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 Hilchur
As per Census 2011, Hilchur village has a total population of 206 people, consisting of 107 males and 99 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 146 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 205 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hilchur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 206 | 107 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 205 | 107 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 85 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 22 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Hilchur
Hilchur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wako | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Boria Mokasa | East | 2.41 km |
| Khardi | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Kumhari | West | 2.81 km |
| Boria Thekedari | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Hathra | North | 3.61 km |
| Kamansur | South | 3.75 km |
| Madhri | North-West | 4.14 km |
| Bhadur | South-East | 4.19 km |
| Ategarda | North | 4.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hilchur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Hilchur. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambagarh Chowki to Hilchur is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Hilchur 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 Hilchur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hilchur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hilchur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hilchur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hilchur
Where is Hilchur located?
Hilchur village is located in Khadgaon Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hilchur?
The Gram Panchayat of Hilchur is Khardi.
What is the pincode of Hilchur?
The pincode of Hilchur is 491229.
What is the population of Hilchur?
Hilchur has a total population of 206, including 107 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Hilchur?
There are 48 households in Hilchur.
What is the literacy rate in Hilchur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hilchur is 70.87%. Male literacy is 79.44% and female literacy is 61.62%.