Chanpur - Oupada, Balasore
Chanpur is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from Oupada and around 65 km from Baleshwar. Talakia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanpur is 393354. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Chanpur 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 Chanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chanpur village had a total population of 580 people, including 281 males and 299 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 1,064 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.74%, with male literacy at 97.99% and female literacy at 91.67%.
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 | 580 | 281 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 32 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 244 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 37 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Chanpur
Chanpur 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 Chanpur
Chanpur 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 Chanpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Chanpur 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 Chanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chanpur
Where is Chanpur located?
Chanpur village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chanpur is Talakia.
What is the pincode of Chanpur?
The pincode of Chanpur is 756049.
What is the population of Chanpur?
Chanpur had a total population of 580, including 281 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Chanpur?
Chanpur had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanpur was 94.74%. Male literacy was 97.99% and female literacy was 91.67%.