Chaka - Simulia, Balasore
Chaka is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Similia and around 50 km from Baleshwar. Pahitorana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaka is 394137. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Basudebpur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chaka 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 Chaka
According to the 2011 Census, Chaka village had a total population of 273 people, including 124 males and 149 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,202 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.27%, with male literacy at 85.19% and female literacy at 65.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200.
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 | 273 | 124 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 87 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 92 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 32 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Chaka
Chaka 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 Chaka
Public transport in the Chaka is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Basudebpur to Chaka is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Chaka 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 Chaka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chaka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaka 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chaka
Where is Chaka located?
Chaka village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chaka?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaka is Pahitorana.
What is the pincode of Chaka?
The pincode of Chaka is 756134.
What is the population of Chaka?
Chaka had a total population of 273, including 124 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Chaka?
Chaka had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaka was 74.27%. Male literacy was 85.19% and female literacy was 65.41%.