Chal - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Chal is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Lakhanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chal is 380840. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 768052 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Chal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chal
According to the 2011 Census, Chal village had a total population of 186 people, including 93 males and 93 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.67%, with male literacy at 87.06% and female literacy at 58.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 105.
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 | 186 | 93 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 55 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 74 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 19 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Chal
Chal 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 Chal
Chal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bargarh to Chal is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chal 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chal
Where is Chal located?
Chal village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chal?
The Gram Panchayat of Chal is Lakhanpur.
What is the pincode of Chal?
The pincode of Chal is 768052.
What is the population of Chal?
Chal had a total population of 186, including 93 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Chal?
Chal had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chal was 72.67%. Male literacy was 87.06% and female literacy was 58.62%.