Chunchunia - Sargaon, Mungeli
Chunchunia is a village situated in the Sargaon tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 34 km from Pathariya and around 30 km from Bilaspur. Chunchuniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chunchunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chunchunia is 438499. The village covers a total geographical area of 391.22 hectares and falls under the 495224 pincode. Sargaon is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chunchunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chunchunia
According to the 2011 Census, Chunchunia village had a total population of 1,676 people, including 830 males and 846 females, living in 367 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.15%, with male literacy at 73.44% and female literacy at 40.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 441.
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 | 1,676 | 830 | 846 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 171 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 441 | 216 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 767 | 484 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 909 | 346 | 563 |
Nearby Villages of Chunchunia
Chunchunia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Motimpur | South | 1.66 km |
| Amerikapa | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Salpha | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Ameri Akbari | East | 2.53 km |
| Dokladih | North | 2.96 km |
| Koni | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Nagpura | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Sattighat | East | 3.60 km |
| Bhojpuri | North | 3.73 km |
| Athulkapa | North-East | 3.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chunchunia
Chunchunia 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 Dagori, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sargaon to Chunchunia is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Chunchunia is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chunchunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chunchunia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chunchunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chunchunia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chunchunia
Where is Chunchunia located?
Chunchunia village is located in Sargaon Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chunchunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chunchunia is Chunchuniya.
What is the pincode of Chunchunia?
The pincode of Chunchunia is 495224.
What is the population of Chunchunia?
Chunchunia had a total population of 1,676, including 830 males and 846 females.
How many households are there in Chunchunia?
Chunchunia had 367 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chunchunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chunchunia was 56.15%. Male literacy was 73.44% and female literacy was 40.03%.