Churali - Lanji, Balaghat
Churali is a village situated in the Lanji tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanji and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Chikhli(churali) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Churali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churali is 498521. The village covers a total geographical area of 266.36 hectares and falls under the 481222 pincode. Lanji is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Churali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Churali
As per Census 2011, Churali village has a total population of 1,421 people, consisting of 701 males and 720 females. The village has 310 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,033 literate and 388 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 130 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Churali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,421 | 701 | 720 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 88 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 69 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 1,033 | 555 | 478 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 146 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Churali
Churali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chicholi | South-West | 0.96 km |
| Gorre | East | 1.63 km |
| Bordi | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Maneri | North | 1.81 km |
| Bahela | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Bothali | West | 2.45 km |
| Biranpur | East | 2.68 km |
| Ghansa | West | 3.24 km |
| Dongargaon | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Sawri Khurd | East | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Churali
Churali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Salekasa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.3 km.
| 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 Lanji to Churali is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Churali is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Churali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Churali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Churali
Where is Churali located?
Churali village is located in Lanji Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Churali?
The Gram Panchayat of Churali is Chikhli(churali).
What is the pincode of Churali?
The pincode of Churali is 481222.
What is the population of Churali?
Churali has a total population of 1,421, including 701 males and 720 females.
How many households are there in Churali?
There are 310 households in Churali.
What is the literacy rate in Churali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churali is 72.70%. Male literacy is 79.17% and female literacy is 66.39%.