Chacherbeng - Belpara, Balangir
Chacherbeng is a village situated in the Belpara tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belpara and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Nunhad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chacherbeng village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chacherbeng is 420932. The village covers a total geographical area of 642 hectares and falls under the 767026 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Chacherbeng village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chacherbeng
As per Census 2011, Chacherbeng village has a total population of 1,241 people, consisting of 619 males and 622 females. The village has 338 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 615 literate and 626 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 329 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chacherbeng are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,241 | 619 | 622 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 79 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 41 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 329 | 164 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 615 | 377 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 626 | 242 | 384 |
Nearby Villages of Chacherbeng
Chacherbeng 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palesira | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Kharkhara | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Nunhad | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Budhabhata | West | 2.65 km |
| Khaliapali | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Sarmuhan | South | 3.05 km |
| Ghagrul | North | 3.40 km |
| Dumermunda | North | 3.54 km |
| Ainlabhata | South-West | 4.19 km |
| Belpara | East | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chacherbeng
Public transport in the Chacherbeng is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Turekala Road, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kantabanji to Chacherbeng is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Chacherbeng is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chacherbeng
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chacherbeng 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 Chacherbeng
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chacherbeng 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chacherbeng
Where is Chacherbeng located?
Chacherbeng village is located in Belpara Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chacherbeng?
The Gram Panchayat of Chacherbeng is Nunhad.
What is the pincode of Chacherbeng?
The pincode of Chacherbeng is 767026.
What is the population of Chacherbeng?
Chacherbeng has a total population of 1,241, including 619 males and 622 females.
How many households are there in Chacherbeng?
There are 338 households in Chacherbeng.
What is the literacy rate in Chacherbeng?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chacherbeng is 49.56%. Male literacy is 60.90% and female literacy is 38.26%.