Chakwe - Arang, Raipur
Chakwe is a village situated in the Arang tehsil of Raipur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arang and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Raipur. Chakwe village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakwe is 444466. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.06 hectares and falls under the 493225 pincode. Kharora is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Chakwe village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakwe
As per Census 2011, Chakwe village has a total population of 1,466 people, consisting of 706 males and 760 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 1,076 females per 1,000 males. There are 259 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 826 literate and 640 illiterate residents. Additionally, 611 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chakwe are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,466 | 706 | 760 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 128 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 611 | 297 | 314 |
| Literate Population | 826 | 460 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 640 | 246 | 394 |
Nearby Villages of Chakwe
Chakwe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parsada-2 (parsada) | South | 1.68 km |
| Paraswani-2 (paraswani) | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Chorbhatti | East | 1.97 km |
| Kosrangi | West | 3.08 km |
| Korasi | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Ghorbhatti | North | 3.28 km |
| Bana-1 (bana) | South | 3.68 km |
| Deortilda | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Tulsi-i (tulsi) | South-East | 4.13 km |
| Sankari-1(sankari) | East | 4.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chakwe
Chakwe is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Arang Mahanadi, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.3 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 Kharora to Chakwe is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Chakwe is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakwe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakwe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chakwe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakwe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chakwe
Where is Chakwe located?
Chakwe village is located in Arang Tehsil, Raipur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakwe?
Chakwe is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chakwe?
The pincode of Chakwe is 493225.
What is the population of Chakwe?
Chakwe has a total population of 1,466, including 706 males and 760 females.
How many households are there in Chakwe?
There are 290 households in Chakwe.
What is the literacy rate in Chakwe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakwe is 56.34%. Male literacy is 65.16% and female literacy is 48.16%.