Chalcher - Orchha, Narayanpur
Chalcher is a village situated in the Orchha tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orchha and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Narayanpur. Aader serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chalcher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalcher is 450006. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Narayanpur is the nearest town, located about 122 km away.
Chalcher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chalcher
According to the 2011 Census, Chalcher village had a total population of 248 people, including 130 males and 118 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.25%, with male literacy at 26.53% and female literacy at 11.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 247.
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 | 248 | 130 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 247 | 130 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 26 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 104 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Chalcher
Chalcher is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chalcher
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chalcher.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narayanpur to Chalcher is about 122 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chalcher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalcher 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 Chalcher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalcher 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 Chalcher
Where is Chalcher located?
Chalcher village is located in Orchha Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalcher?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalcher is Aader.
What is the pincode of Chalcher?
The pincode of Chalcher is 494661.
What is the population of Chalcher?
Chalcher had a total population of 248, including 130 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Chalcher?
Chalcher had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalcher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalcher was 19.25%. Male literacy was 26.53% and female literacy was 11.24%.