Chemal - Durgkondal, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Chemal is a village situated in the Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Durgkondal and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Chihro serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chemal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chemal is 447674. The village covers a total geographical area of 438.36 hectares and falls under the 494669 pincode. Bhanupratappur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chemal 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 Chemal
As per Census 2011, Chemal village has a total population of 665 people, consisting of 318 males and 347 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 1,091 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 353 literate and 312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 361 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chemal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 665 | 318 | 347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 40 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 361 | 165 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 353 | 212 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 106 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Chemal
Chemal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amagarh | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Padgal | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Adgud | South | 1.88 km |
| Gulalbodi | East | 2.02 km |
| Nawagaon | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Eragaon | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Hinganpuri | East | 3.55 km |
| Bhejhar | West | 3.59 km |
| Kanapal | North | 3.64 km |
| Tumarisur | South-West | 3.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chemal
Chemal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.1 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 Chemal is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Chemal is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chemal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chemal 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chemal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chemal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chemal
Where is Chemal located?
Chemal village is located in Durgkondal Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chemal?
The Gram Panchayat of Chemal is Chihro.
What is the pincode of Chemal?
The pincode of Chemal is 494669.
What is the population of Chemal?
Chemal has a total population of 665, including 318 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Chemal?
There are 132 households in Chemal.
What is the literacy rate in Chemal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chemal is 53.08%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 40.63%.