Auranara - Chhal, Raigarh

Auranara is a village situated in the Chhal tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 50 km from Dharamjaigarh and around 65 km from Raigarh. Chuhkimar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Auranara village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Auranara is 434519. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.86 hectares and falls under the 496665 pincode. Dharamjaigarh is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.

Auranara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharamjaigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Auranara

According to the 2011 Census, Auranara village had a total population of 159 people, including 75 males and 84 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,120 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.29%, with male literacy at 85.51% and female literacy at 63.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Auranara

Auranara 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Auranara

Auranara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Robertson, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.9 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharamjaigarh to Auranara is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Auranara is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Auranara

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Auranara village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Auranara

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Auranara village are given below:

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