Chirkoma
Chirkoma is a village located in Balrampur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Balrampur (tehsildar office) and 97km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Jhalpi is the gram panchayat of Chirkoma village.
Here you can discover what makes Chirkoma unique in its vibrant Balrampur-Surguja region. You’ll see Chirkoma’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chirkoma
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chirkoma is 432062. The village spans a total geographical area of 180.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497107. Balrampur is nearest town to Chirkoma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Chirkoma
Population of Chirkoma
According to the 2011 Census, Chirkoma has a total population of about 656, with approximately 332 males and 324 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 109 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 20 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 588. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.40%, with male literacy at about 60.54% and female literacy near 52.16%. There are around 159 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chirkoma's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 656 | 332 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 61 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 588 | 293 | 295 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 201 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 131 | 155 |
Connectivity of Chirkoma
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chirkoma. As per the 2011 stats, Chirkoma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chirkoma
Knowing the nearby villages of Chirkoma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chirkoma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chirkoma
- Where is Chirkoma located?
- Chirkoma village is situated in Balrampur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chirkoma?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chirkoma is Jhalpi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chirkoma?
- The pincode of Chirkoma is 497107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chirkoma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chirkoma is 656, with 332 males and 324 females.
- How many households are there in Chirkoma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chirkoma village has a total of 159 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chirkoma as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chirkoma is 56.40%. The male literacy rate is 60.54%, while the female literacy rate is 52.16%.