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
According to the 2011 Census, Chakradharpur village had a total population of 871 people, including 387 males and 484 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 1,251 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.13%, with male literacy at 89.94% and female literacy at 74.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 871 | 387 | 484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 69 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 871, including 387 males and 484 females.
How many households are there in Chakradharpur?
Chakradharpur had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakradharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakradharpur was 81.13%. Male literacy was 89.94% and female literacy was 74.53%.