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
As per Census 2011, Chaka village has a total population of 273 people, consisting of 124 males and 149 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,201 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 179 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 200 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 273 | 124 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 87 | 113 |
| 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 has a total population of 273, including 124 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Chaka?
There are 56 households in Chaka.
What is the literacy rate in Chaka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaka is 65.57%. Male literacy is 74.19% and female literacy is 58.39%.