Chapai - Aamabeda, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Chapai is a village situated in the Aamabeda tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 83 km from Antagarh and around 163 km from Kanker. Gawadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chapai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chapai is 448154. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.81 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Chapai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chapai
According to the 2011 Census, Chapai village had a total population of 61 people, including 31 males and 30 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.43%, with male literacy at 45.83% and female literacy at 13.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 61.
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 | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 11 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 20 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Chapai
Chapai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raye | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Huchadi | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Gawadi | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Kudhurpal | North | 2.65 km |
| Kiskodo | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Garda | North | 4.39 km |
| Mechanar | North | 4.77 km |
| Krohobeda | North-East | 5.60 km |
| Bandapal | East | 5.67 km |
| Kotkursai | South-East | 6.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chapai
Public transport in the Chapai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antagarh to Chapai is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Chapai is about 163 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chapai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chapai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chapai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chapai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chapai
Where is Chapai located?
Chapai village is located in Aamabeda Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chapai?
The Gram Panchayat of Chapai is Gawadi.
What is the pincode of Chapai?
The pincode of Chapai is 494665.
What is the population of Chapai?
Chapai had a total population of 61, including 31 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Chapai?
Chapai had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chapai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chapai was 30.43%. Male literacy was 45.83% and female literacy was 13.64%.