Chichrugapur - Birsa, Balaghat
Chichrugapur is a village situated in the Birsa tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from Baihar and around 84 km from Balaghat. Gudma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chichrugapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chichrugapur is 498286. The village covers a total geographical area of 202 hectares and falls under the 481117 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Chichrugapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chichrugapur
According to the 2011 Census, Chichrugapur village had a total population of 132 people, including 65 males and 67 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.92%, with male literacy at 47.37% and female literacy at 42.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 126.
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 | 132 | 65 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 62 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 38 | 41 |
Transport and Connectivity of Chichrugapur
Chichrugapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baihar to Chichrugapur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Chichrugapur is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chichrugapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chichrugapur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chichrugapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chichrugapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chichrugapur
Where is Chichrugapur located?
Chichrugapur village is located in Birsa Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chichrugapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chichrugapur is Gudma.
What is the pincode of Chichrugapur?
The pincode of Chichrugapur is 481117.
What is the population of Chichrugapur?
Chichrugapur had a total population of 132, including 65 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Chichrugapur?
Chichrugapur had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chichrugapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chichrugapur was 44.92%. Male literacy was 47.37% and female literacy was 42.62%.