Chhotekot Village - Malkharoda, Sakti
Chhotekot is a village situated in the Malkharoda tehsil of Sakti district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from Malkharoda and around 60 km from Janjgir. Chikhali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhotekot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhotekot is 437287. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.04 hectares and falls under the 495691 pincode. Adbhar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chhotekot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandrapura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhotekot
As per Census 2011, Chhotekot village has a total population of 580 people, consisting of 288 males and 292 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 330 literate and 250 illiterate residents. Additionally, 409 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhotekot are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 580 | 288 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 201 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 191 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 97 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Chhotekot
Chhotekot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badekot | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Singhra | North-East | 1.37 km |
| Chikhli | West | 1.42 km |
| Belhabhatha | South | 1.84 km |
| Dalalpali | North | 2.33 km |
| Kanaidih | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Mukta | North-West | 2.67 km |
| Parsadih | East | 2.74 km |
| Chatipali | South | 2.90 km |
| Malkharoda | West | 3.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhotekot
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chhotekot. The nearest railway station is Jharradih, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.3 km.
| 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 Adbhar to Chhotekot is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Janjgir to Chhotekot is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhotekot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhotekot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhotekot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhotekot 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 Chhotekot
Where is Chhotekot located?
Chhotekot village is located in Malkharoda Tehsil, Sakti district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhotekot?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhotekot is Chikhali.
What is the pincode of Chhotekot?
The pincode of Chhotekot is 495691.
What is the population of Chhotekot?
Chhotekot has a total population of 580, including 288 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Chhotekot?
There are 145 households in Chhotekot.
What is the literacy rate in Chhotekot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhotekot is 56.90%. Male literacy is 66.32% and female literacy is 47.60%.