Churnati - Khaira, Balasore
Churnati is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Khaira and around 65 km from Baleshwar. Haripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Churnati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churnati is 393605. The village covers a total geographical area of 95 hectares and falls under the 756059 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Churnati 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 Churnati
As per Census 2011, Churnati village has a total population of 564 people, consisting of 279 males and 285 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 415 literate and 149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Churnati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 564 | 279 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 30 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 231 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 48 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Churnati
Churnati is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhedapada | South | 0.82 km |
| Sain | South-East | 1.26 km |
| Joragadia | West | 1.53 km |
| Nahanga | East | 1.74 km |
| Itamundei | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Natigadia | South | 1.88 km |
| Padana | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Kupari | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Kumarmauda | South | 2.06 km |
| Salagadia | West | 2.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Churnati
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Churnati. The nearest railway station is Ranital, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Churnati is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Churnati 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.
Banking and Postal Services in Churnati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churnati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Churnati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churnati 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Churnati
Where is Churnati located?
Churnati village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Churnati?
The Gram Panchayat of Churnati is Haripur.
What is the pincode of Churnati?
The pincode of Churnati is 756059.
What is the population of Churnati?
Churnati has a total population of 564, including 279 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Churnati?
There are 112 households in Churnati.
What is the literacy rate in Churnati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churnati is 73.58%. Male literacy is 82.80% and female literacy is 64.56%.