Chandoti - Simulia, Balasore
Chandoti is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Similia and around 52 km from Baleshwar. Jamujhadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandoti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandoti is 394134. The village covers a total geographical area of 118 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chandoti 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 Chandoti
According to the 2011 Census, Chandoti village had a total population of 352 people, including 190 males and 162 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 853 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.96%, with male literacy at 86.06% and female literacy at 68.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 352 | 190 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 36 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 142 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 48 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Chandoti
Chandoti 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 Chandoti
Public transport in the Chandoti is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Chandoti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Chandoti is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Chandoti is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandoti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chandoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandoti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chandoti
Where is Chandoti located?
Chandoti village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chandoti?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandoti is Jamujhadi.
What is the pincode of Chandoti?
The pincode of Chandoti is 756134.
What is the population of Chandoti?
Chandoti had a total population of 352, including 190 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Chandoti?
Chandoti had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandoti was 77.96%. Male literacy was 86.06% and female literacy was 68.35%.