Chichmarra - Bhanupratappur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Chichmarra is a village situated in the Bhanupratappur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanupratappur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Aasulkhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chichmarra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chichmarra is 447545. The village covers a total geographical area of 493.97 hectares and falls under the 494669 pincode. Bhanupratappur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chichmarra 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 Chichmarra
According to the 2011 Census, Chichmarra village had a total population of 460 people, including 233 males and 227 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.63%, with male literacy at 88.50% and female literacy at 60.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 413.
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 | 460 | 233 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 413 | 213 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 177 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 56 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Chichmarra
Chichmarra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barrebeda | South | 1.64 km |
| Kanakpur | North-West | 1.75 km |
| Pewari | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Asulkhar | North | 2.28 km |
| Hirrabodi | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Kinari | East | 2.94 km |
| Masbaras | South | 3.06 km |
| Alawarkalan | North-West | 3.24 km |
| Kuwapani | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Alawarkhurd | West | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chichmarra
Chichmarra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanupratappur to Chichmarra is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Chichmarra is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chichmarra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chichmarra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chichmarra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chichmarra 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 Chichmarra
Where is Chichmarra located?
Chichmarra village is located in Bhanupratappur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chichmarra?
The Gram Panchayat of Chichmarra is Aasulkhar.
What is the pincode of Chichmarra?
The pincode of Chichmarra is 494669.
What is the population of Chichmarra?
Chichmarra had a total population of 460, including 233 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Chichmarra?
Chichmarra had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chichmarra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chichmarra was 74.63%. Male literacy was 88.50% and female literacy was 60.89%.