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
According to the 2011 Census, Chandrapura village had a total population of 616 people, including 320 males and 296 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.21%, with male literacy at 85.77% and female literacy at 55.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 275.
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 | 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 had a total population of 616, including 320 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Chandrapura?
Chandrapura had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandrapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandrapura was 71.21%. Male literacy was 85.77% and female literacy was 55.91%.