Chakradharpur - Simulia, Balasore
Chakradharpur is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Similia and around 65 km from Baleshwar. Purosottampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakradharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakradharpur is 394261. The village covers a total geographical area of 264 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Chakradharpur 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 Chakradharpur
As per Census 2011, Chakradharpur village has a total population of 871 people, consisting of 387 males and 484 females. The village has 181 households and a sex ratio of 1,250 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 602 literate and 269 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chakradharpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 871 | 387 | 484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 69 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 602 | 286 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 101 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Chakradharpur
Chakradharpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parbatipur | West | 0.86 km |
| Prusottampur | East | 1.38 km |
| Murtunga | North | 1.48 km |
| Erara | South | 1.88 km |
| Kakhadapada | East | 2.23 km |
| Abjanna | North | 2.30 km |
| Bamatia | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Pagar | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Balanta | West | 2.67 km |
| Jaganathapur | East | 2.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chakradharpur
Public transport in the Chakradharpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranital, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.8 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Chakradharpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Chakradharpur 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 Chakradharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakradharpur 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 Chakradharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakradharpur 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 Chakradharpur
Where is Chakradharpur located?
Chakradharpur village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakradharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakradharpur is Purosottampur.
What is the pincode of Chakradharpur?
The pincode of Chakradharpur is 756134.
What is the population of Chakradharpur?
Chakradharpur has a total population of 871, including 387 males and 484 females.
How many households are there in Chakradharpur?
There are 181 households in Chakradharpur.
What is the literacy rate in Chakradharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakradharpur is 69.12%. Male literacy is 73.90% and female literacy is 65.29%.