Chhatera - Arang, Raipur
Chhatera is a village situated in the Arang tehsil of Raipur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arang and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Raipur. Chhatera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhatera is 444580. The village covers a total geographical area of 657.92 hectares and falls under the 493441 pincode. Arang is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Chhatera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Abhanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhatera
As per Census 2011, Chhatera village has a total population of 1,633 people, consisting of 827 males and 806 females. The village has 354 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 260 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,013 literate and 620 illiterate residents. Additionally, 530 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 82 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhatera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,633 | 827 | 806 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 131 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 530 | 255 | 275 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 39 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 1,013 | 604 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 620 | 223 | 397 |
Nearby Villages of Chhatera
Chhatera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ban Charauda | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Lingadih | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Goinda | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Akolikalan-2 (akolikala | North | 2.40 km |
| Gaurbhath | South | 2.60 km |
| Gidhawa | West | 2.61 km |
| Bhalera | South-West | 3.71 km |
| Akolikhurd-2 (akolikhur | North | 3.80 km |
| Khapri-3 (khapri) | West | 4.05 km |
| Nisda | North-East | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhatera
Chhatera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Arang Mahanadi, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arang to Chhatera is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Chhatera is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhatera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhatera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhatera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhatera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhatera
Where is Chhatera located?
Chhatera village is located in Arang Tehsil, Raipur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhatera?
Chhatera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chhatera?
The pincode of Chhatera is 493441.
What is the population of Chhatera?
Chhatera has a total population of 1,633, including 827 males and 806 females.
How many households are there in Chhatera?
There are 354 households in Chhatera.
What is the literacy rate in Chhatera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhatera is 62.03%. Male literacy is 73.04% and female literacy is 50.74%.