Chalunigan - Simulia, Balasore
Chalunigan is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from Similia and around 55 km from Baleshwar. Chalunigan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalunigan is 394146. The village covers a total geographical area of 214 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Basudebpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chalunigan 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 Chalunigan
According to the 2011 Census, Chalunigan village had a total population of 1,569 people, including 795 males and 774 females, living in 402 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.04%, with male literacy at 90.75% and female literacy at 73.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 277.
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 | 1,569 | 795 | 774 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 103 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 138 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,133 | 628 | 505 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 167 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Chalunigan
Chalunigan 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 Chalunigan
Chalunigan 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basudebpur to Chalunigan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Chalunigan is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chalunigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalunigan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chalunigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalunigan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chalunigan
Where is Chalunigan located?
Chalunigan village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chalunigan?
Chalunigan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chalunigan?
The pincode of Chalunigan is 756134.
What is the population of Chalunigan?
Chalunigan had a total population of 1,569, including 795 males and 774 females.
How many households are there in Chalunigan?
Chalunigan had 402 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalunigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalunigan was 82.04%. Male literacy was 90.75% and female literacy was 73.29%.