Chekpellur - Gondpipri, Chandrapur
Chekpellur is a village situated in the Gondpipri tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondpipri and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Aksapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chekpellur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chekpellur is 541875. The village covers a total geographical area of 442.27 hectares and falls under the 442702 pincode. Chandrapur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Chekpellur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chekpellur
As per Census 2011, Chekpellur village has a total population of 438 people, consisting of 223 males and 215 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 279 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 60 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chekpellur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 438 | 223 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 87 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 161 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 62 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Chekpellur
Chekpellur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sirsi Deulwar | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Borgaon | East | 2.02 km |
| Dhanapur | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Chek Beradi | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Karanji | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Aksapur | West | 3.13 km |
| Chekwadkuli | North | 3.16 km |
| Vyankatpur | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Chak Borgaon | East | 3.76 km |
| Chek Wedgaon | North-East | 4.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chekpellur
Public transport in the Chekpellur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Wihirgaon, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 128.6 km.
| 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 Chandrapur to Chekpellur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chekpellur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chekpellur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chekpellur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chekpellur 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 Chekpellur
Where is Chekpellur located?
Chekpellur village is located in Gondpipri Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chekpellur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chekpellur is Aksapur.
What is the pincode of Chekpellur?
The pincode of Chekpellur is 442702.
What is the population of Chekpellur?
Chekpellur has a total population of 438, including 223 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Chekpellur?
There are 113 households in Chekpellur.
What is the literacy rate in Chekpellur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chekpellur is 63.70%. Male literacy is 72.20% and female literacy is 54.88%.