Chhapara - Paraswada, Balaghat
Chhapara is a village situated in the Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paraswada and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Dudgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhapara is 498366. The village covers a total geographical area of 351.07 hectares and falls under the 481111 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town.
Chhapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paraswada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhapara
According to the 2011 Census, Chhapara village had a total population of 604 people, including 299 males and 305 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.92%, with male literacy at 87.30% and female literacy at 73.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 104.
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 | 604 | 299 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 55 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 50 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 213 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 86 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Chhapara
Chhapara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chhapara
Chhapara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Balaghat to Chhapara is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhapara
Where is Chhapara located?
Chhapara village is located in Paraswada Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhapara is Dudgaon.
What is the pincode of Chhapara?
The pincode of Chhapara is 481111.
What is the population of Chhapara?
Chhapara had a total population of 604, including 299 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Chhapara?
Chhapara had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhapara was 79.92%. Male literacy was 87.30% and female literacy was 73.11%.