Cholar - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Cholar is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Bairdah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cholar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cholar is 503544. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.95 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Cholar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cholar
According to the 2011 Census, Cholar village had a total population of 336 people, including 179 males and 157 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.83%, with male literacy at 82.99% and female literacy at 46.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 299.
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 | 336 | 179 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 299 | 158 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 122 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 57 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Cholar
Cholar 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 Cholar
Cholar 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Cholar is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cholar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cholar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Cholar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cholar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Cholar
Where is Cholar located?
Cholar village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Cholar?
The Gram Panchayat of Cholar is Bairdah.
What is the pincode of Cholar?
The pincode of Cholar is 486882.
What is the population of Cholar?
Cholar had a total population of 336, including 179 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Cholar?
Cholar had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cholar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cholar was 65.83%. Male literacy was 82.99% and female literacy was 46.56%.