Chauldia - Khaprakhol, Balangir
Chauldia is a village situated in the Khaprakhol tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 54 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khaprakhol and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Karuanjhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauldia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauldia is 420794. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 767028 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Chauldia 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 Chauldia
According to the 2011 Census, Chauldia village had a total population of 388 people, including 198 males and 190 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.12%, with male literacy at 74.56% and female literacy at 45.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 131, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 39.
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 | 388 | 198 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 63 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 126 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 72 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Chauldia
Chauldia 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 Chauldia
Chauldia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chauldia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kantabanji to Chauldia is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Chauldia is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chauldia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauldia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chauldia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chauldia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chauldia
Where is Chauldia located?
Chauldia village is located in Khaprakhol Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauldia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauldia is Karuanjhar.
What is the pincode of Chauldia?
The pincode of Chauldia is 767028.
What is the population of Chauldia?
Chauldia had a total population of 388, including 198 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Chauldia?
Chauldia had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauldia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauldia was 60.12%. Male literacy was 74.56% and female literacy was 45.51%.