Chandipur - Bhograi, Balasore
Chandipur is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Bhograi and around 75 km from Baleshwar. Kakhada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandipur is 391694. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 756039 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Chandipur 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 Chandipur
According to the 2011 Census, Chandipur village had a total population of 995 people, including 507 males and 488 females, living in 254 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 98.89%, with male literacy at 99.14% and female literacy at 98.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 995 | 507 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 43 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 894 | 460 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 47 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Chandipur
Chandipur 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 Chandipur
Chandipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Chandipur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Chandipur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandipur 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 Chandipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandipur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chandipur
Where is Chandipur located?
Chandipur village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chandipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandipur is Kakhada.
What is the pincode of Chandipur?
The pincode of Chandipur is 756039.
What is the population of Chandipur?
Chandipur had a total population of 995, including 507 males and 488 females.
How many households are there in Chandipur?
Chandipur had 254 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandipur was 98.89%. Male literacy was 99.14% and female literacy was 98.64%.