Chihro
Chihro is a village located in Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Durgkondal (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Chihro village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chihro unique in its vibrant Durgkondal-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Chihro’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chihro
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chihro is 447671. The village spans a total geographical area of 718.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493195. Bhanupratappur is nearest town to Chihro village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chihro village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chihro
Population of Chihro
According to the 2011 Census, Chihro has a total population of about 590, with approximately 290 males and 300 females. The sex ratio is around 1034 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 85 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 548. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.61%, with male literacy at about 69.31% and female literacy near 44.33%. There are around 115 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chihro's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 590 | 290 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 41 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 548 | 270 | 278 |
| Literate Population | 334 | 201 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 89 | 167 |
Connectivity of Chihro
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chihro. As per the 2011 stats, Chihro had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chihro
Knowing the nearby villages of Chihro helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chihro.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chihro
- Where is Chihro located?
- Chihro village is situated in Durgkondal Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chihro?
- Chihro serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chihro?
- The pincode of Chihro is 493195, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chihro as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chihro is 590, with 290 males and 300 females.
- How many households are there in Chihro as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chihro village has a total of 115 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chihro as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chihro is 56.61%. The male literacy rate is 69.31%, while the female literacy rate is 44.33%.