Chakarjuni - Basta, Balasore
Chakarjuni is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Singla and around 43 km from Baleshwar. Raghunathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakarjuni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakarjuni is 392173. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 756023 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chakarjuni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakarjuni
As per Census 2011, Chakarjuni village has a total population of 601 people, consisting of 306 males and 295 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 351 literate and 250 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 137 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chakarjuni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 601 | 306 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 46 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 67 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 351 | 214 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 92 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Chakarjuni
Chakarjuni 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 Chakarjuni
Public transport in the Chakarjuni is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chakarjuni.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Chakarjuni is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Chakarjuni is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakarjuni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakarjuni 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 Chakarjuni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakarjuni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chakarjuni
Where is Chakarjuni located?
Chakarjuni village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakarjuni?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakarjuni is Raghunathpur.
What is the pincode of Chakarjuni?
The pincode of Chakarjuni is 756023.
What is the population of Chakarjuni?
Chakarjuni has a total population of 601, including 306 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Chakarjuni?
There are 124 households in Chakarjuni.
What is the literacy rate in Chakarjuni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakarjuni is 58.40%. Male literacy is 69.93% and female literacy is 46.44%.