Chawarpur - Mukdega, Raigarh
Chawarpur is a village situated in the Mukdega tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 27 km from Lailunga and around 109 km from Raigarh. Chanverpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chawarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chawarpur is 434592. The village covers a total geographical area of 1009.49 hectares and falls under the 496113 pincode. Lailunga is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Chawarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chawarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chawarpur village had a total population of 1,390 people, including 701 males and 689 females, living in 328 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.51%, with male literacy at 63.07% and female literacy at 44.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,141.
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 | 1,390 | 701 | 689 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 135 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,141 | 577 | 564 |
| Literate Population | 609 | 357 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 781 | 344 | 437 |
Nearby Villages of Chawarpur
Chawarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karadega | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Siyardhar | West | 3.15 km |
| Sonajori | North | 3.28 km |
| Turtura | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Kilkila | South | 3.76 km |
| Tolma | East | 4.32 km |
| Saramdega | West | 4.41 km |
| Dhouradand | South-West | 5.10 km |
| Chhatasarai | North-West | 5.15 km |
| Baiskimuda | North-West | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chawarpur
Chawarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hemagiri, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.4 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 Lailunga to Chawarpur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Chawarpur is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chawarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chawarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chawarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chawarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chawarpur
Where is Chawarpur located?
Chawarpur village is located in Mukdega Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chawarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chawarpur is Chanverpur.
What is the pincode of Chawarpur?
The pincode of Chawarpur is 496113.
What is the population of Chawarpur?
Chawarpur had a total population of 1,390, including 701 males and 689 females.
How many households are there in Chawarpur?
Chawarpur had 328 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chawarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chawarpur was 53.51%. Male literacy was 63.07% and female literacy was 44.06%.