Chalgali - Lundra, Surguja
Chalgali is a village situated in the Lundra tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lundra and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Koilari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chalgali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalgali is 433354. The village covers a total geographical area of 375 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Chalgali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chalgali
According to the 2011 Census, Chalgali village had a total population of 543 people, including 287 males and 256 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.02%, with male literacy at 58.33% and female literacy at 43.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 202.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 543 | 287 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 59 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 202 | 105 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 133 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 154 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Chalgali
Chalgali is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chalgali
Chalgali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Ambikapur to Chalgali is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chalgali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalgali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chalgali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalgali 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chalgali
Where is Chalgali located?
Chalgali village is located in Lundra Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalgali?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalgali is Koilari.
What is the pincode of Chalgali?
The pincode of Chalgali is 497101.
What is the population of Chalgali?
Chalgali had a total population of 543, including 287 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Chalgali?
Chalgali had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalgali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalgali was 51.02%. Male literacy was 58.33% and female literacy was 43.19%.