Chawadi - Charama, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Chawadi is a village situated in the Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charama and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Chavadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chawadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chawadi is 447485. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.4 hectares and falls under the 494337 pincode. Charama is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chawadi 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 Chawadi
According to the 2011 Census, Chawadi village had a total population of 670 people, including 313 males and 357 females, living in 193 households. The sex ratio was 1,141 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.67%, with male literacy at 84.70% and female literacy at 63.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 403.
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 | 670 | 313 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 403 | 188 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 442 | 238 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 75 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Chawadi
Chawadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barkachhar | South | 1.35 km |
| Dallidih | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Bargari | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Charbhatha | North | 3.01 km |
| Chapeli | West | 3.02 km |
| Sirsida | East | 3.22 km |
| Salhetola | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Dargahan | North-East | 3.70 km |
| Ukari | North | 3.78 km |
| Badegauri | South-East | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chawadi
Chawadi 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 71.5 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 Chawadi is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Chawadi is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chawadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chawadi 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 Chawadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chawadi 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 Chawadi
Where is Chawadi located?
Chawadi village is located in Charama Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chawadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chawadi is Chavadi.
What is the pincode of Chawadi?
The pincode of Chawadi is 494337.
What is the population of Chawadi?
Chawadi had a total population of 670, including 313 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Chawadi?
Chawadi had 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chawadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chawadi was 73.67%. Male literacy was 84.70% and female literacy was 63.95%.