Chandeli - Charama, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Chandeli is a village situated in the Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charama and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Gotitola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandeli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandeli is 447474. The village covers a total geographical area of 420.61 hectares and falls under the 494336 pincode. Charama is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Chandeli 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 Chandeli
As per Census 2011, Chandeli village has a total population of 940 people, consisting of 494 males and 446 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 566 literate and 374 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 841 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandeli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 940 | 494 | 446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 69 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 841 | 445 | 396 |
| Literate Population | 566 | 323 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 171 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Chandeli
Chandeli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Guttitola | North-West | 1.64 km |
| Hinganjhar | West | 2.06 km |
| Awrabhat | South | 2.27 km |
| Udkuda | East | 2.68 km |
| Mainpur | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Kondagaon | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Jambahara | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Bagdongari | West | 4.09 km |
| Potgaon | West | 4.21 km |
| Petoli | South-East | 4.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandeli
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chandeli. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.8 km.
| 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 Charama to Chandeli is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Chandeli is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandeli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandeli 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 Chandeli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandeli 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chandeli
Where is Chandeli located?
Chandeli village is located in Charama Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandeli?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandeli is Gotitola.
What is the pincode of Chandeli?
The pincode of Chandeli is 494336.
What is the population of Chandeli?
Chandeli has a total population of 940, including 494 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Chandeli?
There are 200 households in Chandeli.
What is the literacy rate in Chandeli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandeli is 60.21%. Male literacy is 65.38% and female literacy is 54.48%.