Chichgaon - Bhanupratappur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Chichgaon is a village situated in the Bhanupratappur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanupratappur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Chichgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chichgaon is 447590. The village covers a total geographical area of 1048.28 hectares and falls under the 494669 pincode. Bhanupratappur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chichgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chichgaon
As per Census 2011, Chichgaon village has a total population of 1,636 people, consisting of 823 males and 813 females. The village has 392 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 246 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 886 literate and 750 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,143 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chichgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,636 | 823 | 813 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 130 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,143 | 583 | 560 |
| Literate Population | 886 | 533 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 750 | 290 | 460 |
Nearby Villages of Chichgaon
Chichgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranwahi | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Jalinkasa | East | 2.91 km |
| Dabkatta | North | 2.92 km |
| Kulhadkatta | South | 3.18 km |
| Mardel | North-West | 3.72 km |
| Pichechkatta | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Ranidongri | South-East | 4.16 km |
| Mulla | West | 4.52 km |
| Bhanbeda | East | 4.99 km |
| Narayanpur | South-West | 5.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chichgaon
Chichgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanupratappur to Chichgaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Chichgaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chichgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chichgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chichgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chichgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chichgaon
Where is Chichgaon located?
Chichgaon village is located in Bhanupratappur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chichgaon?
Chichgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chichgaon?
The pincode of Chichgaon is 494669.
What is the population of Chichgaon?
Chichgaon has a total population of 1,636, including 823 males and 813 females.
How many households are there in Chichgaon?
There are 392 households in Chichgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Chichgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chichgaon is 54.16%. Male literacy is 64.76% and female literacy is 43.42%.