Chiparkaya - Batouli, Surguja
Chiparkaya is a village situated in the Batouli tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batouli and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Chiparkaya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chiparkaya is 433515. The village covers a total geographical area of 1293 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chiparkaya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chiparkaya
As per Census 2011, Chiparkaya village has a total population of 1,211 people, consisting of 603 males and 608 females. The village has 345 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 486 literate and 725 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 759 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chiparkaya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,211 | 603 | 608 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 98 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 759 | 365 | 394 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 305 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 725 | 298 | 427 |
Nearby Villages of Chiparkaya
Chiparkaya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Govindpur | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Poksari | East | 3.17 km |
| Kot | South | 3.35 km |
| Ratanpur | South-East | 3.82 km |
| Sedam | North-East | 4.60 km |
| Suarpara | North-East | 4.70 km |
| Kardana | North-West | 4.93 km |
| Dumarbhawana | South-East | 5.07 km |
| Askara Alias Madwasarai | South-West | 5.19 km |
| Mangari | East | 5.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chiparkaya
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chiparkaya. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.1 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 Sitapur to Chiparkaya is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Chiparkaya is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chiparkaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chiparkaya 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chiparkaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chiparkaya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chiparkaya
Where is Chiparkaya located?
Chiparkaya village is located in Batouli Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chiparkaya?
Chiparkaya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chiparkaya?
The pincode of Chiparkaya is 497101.
What is the population of Chiparkaya?
Chiparkaya has a total population of 1,211, including 603 males and 608 females.
How many households are there in Chiparkaya?
There are 345 households in Chiparkaya.
What is the literacy rate in Chiparkaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chiparkaya is 40.13%. Male literacy is 50.58% and female literacy is 29.77%.