Chhelkhai - Patnagarh, Balangir
Chhelkhai is a village situated in the Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patnagarh and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Sunamudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhelkhai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhelkhai is 420646. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 767025 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chhelkhai 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 Chhelkhai
As per Census 2011, Chhelkhai village has a total population of 183 people, consisting of 87 males and 96 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,103 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 108 literate and 75 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 101 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhelkhai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 183 | 87 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 46 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 58 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 29 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Chhelkhai
Chhelkhai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tentelkhunti | South | 1.23 km |
| Diadumer | West | 1.39 km |
| Pipalkani | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Dhubalpara | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Ghunghutipali | North | 2.58 km |
| Naktasar | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Uchbahal | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Barpita | West | 3.53 km |
| Bhainsa | South | 3.56 km |
| Garjan | North-East | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhelkhai
Public transport in the Chhelkhai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balangir Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patnagarh to Chhelkhai is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Chhelkhai is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhelkhai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhelkhai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhelkhai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhelkhai 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhelkhai
Where is Chhelkhai located?
Chhelkhai village is located in Patnagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhelkhai?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhelkhai is Sunamudi.
What is the pincode of Chhelkhai?
The pincode of Chhelkhai is 767025.
What is the population of Chhelkhai?
Chhelkhai has a total population of 183, including 87 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Chhelkhai?
There are 42 households in Chhelkhai.
What is the literacy rate in Chhelkhai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhelkhai is 59.02%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 52.08%.