Chawela - Manpur, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Chawela is a village situated in the Manpur tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from Manpur and around 94 km from Rajnandgaon. Chawela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chawela is 441419. The village covers a total geographical area of 316.87 hectares and falls under the 491229 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Chawela 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 Chawela
As per Census 2011, Chawela village has a total population of 950 people, consisting of 457 males and 493 females. The village has 193 households and a sex ratio of 1,078 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 656 literate and 294 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 869 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chawela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 950 | 457 | 493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 52 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 869 | 413 | 456 |
| Literate Population | 656 | 361 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 96 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Chawela
Chawela 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhawasa | North | 1.50 km |
| Fulkodo | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Salhe | West | 2.39 km |
| Dhodhari | North | 3.25 km |
| Nawagaon | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Koral Dand | North-West | 3.33 km |
| Bharritola | South | 3.42 km |
| Kumhari | North-East | 3.98 km |
| Ghotiya | North | 4.52 km |
| Tolum | West | 4.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chawela
Chawela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.9 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 Chawela is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Chawela is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chawela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chawela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chawela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chawela 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 Chawela
Where is Chawela located?
Chawela village is located in Manpur Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chawela?
Chawela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chawela?
The pincode of Chawela is 491229.
What is the population of Chawela?
Chawela has a total population of 950, including 457 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Chawela?
There are 193 households in Chawela.
What is the literacy rate in Chawela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chawela is 69.05%. Male literacy is 78.99% and female literacy is 59.84%.