Chhhaylia - Baliapal, Balasore
Chhhaylia is a village situated in the Baliapal tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from Singla and around 68 km from Baleshwar. Saudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhhaylia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhhaylia is 392290. The village covers a total geographical area of 236 hectares and falls under the 756024 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Chhhaylia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhhaylia
According to the 2011 Census, Chhhaylia village had a total population of 2,303 people, including 1,198 males and 1,105 females, living in 478 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.60%, with male literacy at 88.52% and female literacy at 73.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 104, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 327.
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 | 2,303 | 1,198 | 1,105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 170 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 54 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 327 | 175 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 1,601 | 910 | 691 |
| Illiterate Population | 702 | 288 | 414 |
Nearby Villages of Chhhaylia
Chhhaylia 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 Chhhaylia
Chhhaylia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Baleshwar to Chhhaylia is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Chhhaylia is about 68 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 Chhhaylia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhhaylia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhhaylia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhhaylia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhhaylia
Where is Chhhaylia located?
Chhhaylia village is located in Baliapal Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhhaylia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhhaylia is Saudi.
What is the pincode of Chhhaylia?
The pincode of Chhhaylia is 756024.
What is the population of Chhhaylia?
Chhhaylia had a total population of 2,303, including 1,198 males and 1,105 females.
How many households are there in Chhhaylia?
Chhhaylia had 478 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhhaylia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhhaylia was 81.60%. Male literacy was 88.52% and female literacy was 73.98%.