Cheptibahal - Sohela, Bargarh
Cheptibahal is a village situated in the Sohela tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sohela and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Lebedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cheptibahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cheptibahal is 380269. The village covers a total geographical area of 178 hectares and falls under the 768033 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Cheptibahal 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 Cheptibahal
As per Census 2011, Cheptibahal village has a total population of 450 people, consisting of 228 males and 222 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 299 literate and 151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cheptibahal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 450 | 228 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 34 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 68 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 173 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 55 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Cheptibahal
Cheptibahal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sahajbahal | North-East | 1.55 km |
| Banbaspali | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Bhatbida | West | 2.39 km |
| Nuapali | East | 3.05 km |
| Sarandapali | South | 3.48 km |
| Pipilipali | East | 3.74 km |
| Katapali | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Kusurda | South-West | 3.99 km |
| Jhankarpali | North | 4.21 km |
| Podmunda | East | 4.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Cheptibahal
Cheptibahal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Barpali, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bargarh to Cheptibahal is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cheptibahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cheptibahal 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 Cheptibahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cheptibahal 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 Cheptibahal
Where is Cheptibahal located?
Cheptibahal village is located in Sohela Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cheptibahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Cheptibahal is Lebedi.
What is the pincode of Cheptibahal?
The pincode of Cheptibahal is 768033.
What is the population of Cheptibahal?
Cheptibahal has a total population of 450, including 228 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Cheptibahal?
There are 108 households in Cheptibahal.
What is the literacy rate in Cheptibahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheptibahal is 66.44%. Male literacy is 75.88% and female literacy is 56.76%.