Chirapatla - Chicholi, Betul
Chirapatla is a village situated in the Chicholi tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chicholi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Chirapatla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chirapatla is 485725. The village covers a total geographical area of 1862.04 hectares and falls under the 460330 pincode. Chicholi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chirapatla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghoradongri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chirapatla
As per Census 2011, Chirapatla village has a total population of 3,194 people, consisting of 1,648 males and 1,546 females. The village has 665 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 514 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,775 literate and 1,419 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,098 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chirapatla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,194 | 1,648 | 1,546 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 514 | 272 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 62 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,098 | 1,076 | 1,022 |
| Literate Population | 1,775 | 1,053 | 722 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,419 | 595 | 824 |
Nearby Villages of Chirapatla
Chirapatla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Churni | East | 3.72 km |
| Ajai | North | 3.93 km |
| Alamgarh | North-East | 4.14 km |
| Bela | East | 4.16 km |
| Nandara | East | 6.26 km |
| Pathakheda | South-East | 6.51 km |
| Kamtha Ryt | North-East | 6.51 km |
| Amapura (amapur) | North-East | 6.55 km |
| Bhandwa | South-East | 7.21 km |
| Kachnar | South | 8.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chirapatla
Chirapatla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhaironpur, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chicholi to Chirapatla is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Chirapatla is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chirapatla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chirapatla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chirapatla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chirapatla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Chirapatla
Where is Chirapatla located?
Chirapatla village is located in Chicholi Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chirapatla?
Chirapatla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chirapatla?
The pincode of Chirapatla is 460330.
What is the population of Chirapatla?
Chirapatla has a total population of 3,194, including 1,648 males and 1,546 females.
How many households are there in Chirapatla?
There are 665 households in Chirapatla.
What is the literacy rate in Chirapatla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chirapatla is 55.57%. Male literacy is 63.90% and female literacy is 46.70%.