Chatara - Nilagiri, Balasore
Chatara is a village situated in the Nilagiri tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Nilagiri and around 26 km from Baleshwar. Siadimal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chatara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chatara is 393155. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 756040 pincode. Nilagiri is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chatara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chatara
According to the 2011 Census, Chatara village had a total population of 88 people, including 45 males and 43 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.01%, with male literacy at 87.80% and female literacy at 70.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 88 | 45 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 9 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Chatara
Chatara 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 Chatara
Chatara 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 Nilagiri to Chatara is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Chatara is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chatara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chatara 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 Chatara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chatara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chatara
Where is Chatara located?
Chatara village is located in Nilagiri Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chatara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chatara is Siadimal.
What is the pincode of Chatara?
The pincode of Chatara is 756040.
What is the population of Chatara?
Chatara had a total population of 88, including 45 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Chatara?
Chatara had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chatara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chatara was 79.01%. Male literacy was 87.80% and female literacy was 70.00%.