Chaknafrai - Bhograi, Balasore
Chaknafrai is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Bhograi and around 104 km from Baleshwar. Saradhapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaknafrai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaknafrai is 391794. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 756037 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Chaknafrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaknafrai
According to the 2011 Census, Chaknafrai village had a total population of 557 people, including 294 males and 263 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.54%, with male literacy at 88.28% and female literacy at 74.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 157, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 557 | 294 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 38 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 85 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 226 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 68 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Chaknafrai
Chaknafrai 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 Chaknafrai
Public transport in the Chaknafrai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jaleswar to Chaknafrai is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Chaknafrai is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaknafrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaknafrai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chaknafrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaknafrai 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chaknafrai
Where is Chaknafrai located?
Chaknafrai village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chaknafrai?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaknafrai is Saradhapur.
What is the pincode of Chaknafrai?
The pincode of Chaknafrai is 756037.
What is the population of Chaknafrai?
Chaknafrai had a total population of 557, including 294 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Chaknafrai?
Chaknafrai had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaknafrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaknafrai was 81.54%. Male literacy was 88.28% and female literacy was 74.26%.