Chakohad - Khaira, Balasore
Chakohad is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Khaira and around 50 km from Baleshwar. Achutipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakohad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakohad is 393468. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chakohad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakohad
According to the 2011 Census, Chakohad village had a total population of 44 people, including 21 males and 23 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,095 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.10%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 77.27%.
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 | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 1 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Chakohad
Chakohad 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 Chakohad
Chakohad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Soro to Chakohad is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Chakohad is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakohad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakohad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chakohad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakohad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chakohad
Where is Chakohad located?
Chakohad village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chakohad?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakohad is Achutipur.
What is the pincode of Chakohad?
The pincode of Chakohad is 756047.
What is the population of Chakohad?
Chakohad had a total population of 44, including 21 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Chakohad?
Chakohad had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakohad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakohad was 88.10%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 77.27%.