Chandrapura - Belpara, Balangir
Chandrapura is a village situated in the Belpara tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belpara and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Sulekela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandrapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandrapura is 421005. The village covers a total geographical area of 314 hectares and falls under the 767026 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chandrapura 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 Chandrapura
As per Census 2011, Chandrapura village has a total population of 616 people, consisting of 320 males and 296 females. The village has 170 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 371 literate and 245 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 275 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandrapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 616 | 320 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 53 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 54 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 275 | 146 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 229 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 91 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Chandrapura
Chandrapura 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 Chandrapura
Chandrapura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Patnagarh to Chandrapura is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Chandrapura is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandrapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandrapura 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chandrapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandrapura 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandrapura
Where is Chandrapura located?
Chandrapura village is located in Belpara Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandrapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandrapura is Sulekela.
What is the pincode of Chandrapura?
The pincode of Chandrapura is 767026.
What is the population of Chandrapura?
Chandrapura has a total population of 616, including 320 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Chandrapura?
There are 170 households in Chandrapura.
What is the literacy rate in Chandrapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandrapura is 60.23%. Male literacy is 71.56% and female literacy is 47.97%.