Chirwani - Tamnar, Raigarh
Chirwani is a village situated in the Tamnar tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamnar and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Hinjahr serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chirwani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chirwani is 434744. The village covers a total geographical area of 221.48 hectares and falls under the 496107 pincode. Gharghoda is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Chirwani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lailunga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chirwani
As per Census 2011, Chirwani village has a total population of 214 people, consisting of 109 males and 105 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 138 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 172 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chirwani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 214 | 109 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 86 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 85 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 24 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Chirwani
Chirwani 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 Chirwani
Chirwani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gharghoda to Chirwani is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Chirwani is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chirwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chirwani 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 Chirwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chirwani 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 Chirwani
Where is Chirwani located?
Chirwani village is located in Tamnar Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chirwani?
The Gram Panchayat of Chirwani is Hinjahr.
What is the pincode of Chirwani?
The pincode of Chirwani is 496107.
What is the population of Chirwani?
Chirwani has a total population of 214, including 109 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Chirwani?
There are 56 households in Chirwani.
What is the literacy rate in Chirwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chirwani is 64.49%. Male literacy is 77.98% and female literacy is 50.48%.