Chalha - Kapu, Raigarh
Chalha is a village situated in the Kapu tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 27 km from Dharamjaigarh and around 102 km from Raigarh. Chalha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalha is 434350. The village covers a total geographical area of 885.63 hectares and falls under the 496116 pincode. Dharamjaigarh is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Chalha 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 Chalha
As per Census 2011, Chalha village has a total population of 1,437 people, consisting of 721 males and 716 females. The village has 370 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 630 literate and 807 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,036 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chalha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,437 | 721 | 716 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 103 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,036 | 508 | 528 |
| Literate Population | 630 | 389 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 807 | 332 | 475 |
Nearby Villages of Chalha
Chalha 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 Chalha
Public transport in the Chalha is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dharamjaigarh to Chalha is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Chalha is about 102 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 Chalha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalha 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 Chalha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalha 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 Chalha
Where is Chalha located?
Chalha village is located in Kapu Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalha?
Chalha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chalha?
The pincode of Chalha is 496116.
What is the population of Chalha?
Chalha has a total population of 1,437, including 721 males and 716 females.
How many households are there in Chalha?
There are 370 households in Chalha.
What is the literacy rate in Chalha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalha is 43.84%. Male literacy is 53.95% and female literacy is 33.66%.