Chhotkhanpur - Jaleswar, Balasore
Chhotkhanpur is a village situated in the Jaleswar tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Baliapal and around 65 km from Baleshwar. Baigambadia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhotkhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhotkhanpur is 391957. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 756026 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Chhotkhanpur 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 Chhotkhanpur
As per Census 2011, Chhotkhanpur village has a total population of 1,123 people, consisting of 571 males and 552 females. The village has 236 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 761 literate and 362 illiterate residents. Additionally, 285 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhotkhanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,123 | 571 | 552 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 94 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 148 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 761 | 418 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 362 | 153 | 209 |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhotkhanpur
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| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Chhotkhanpur is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Chhotkhanpur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Chhotkhanpur
Where is Chhotkhanpur located?
Chhotkhanpur village is located in Jaleswar Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhotkhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhotkhanpur is Baigambadia.
What is the pincode of Chhotkhanpur?
The pincode of Chhotkhanpur is 756026.
What is the population of Chhotkhanpur?
Chhotkhanpur has a total population of 1,123, including 571 males and 552 females.
How many households are there in Chhotkhanpur?
There are 236 households in Chhotkhanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Chhotkhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhotkhanpur is 67.76%. Male literacy is 73.20% and female literacy is 62.14%.