Chandrapada - Simulia, Balasore
Chandrapada is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Similia and around 70 km from Baleshwar. Iswarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandrapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandrapada is 394168. The village covers a total geographical area of 427 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chandrapada 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 Chandrapada
According to the 2011 Census, Chandrapada village had a total population of 1,918 people, including 996 males and 922 females, living in 450 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.94%, with male literacy at 84.73% and female literacy at 72.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 296, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 160.
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 | 1,918 | 996 | 922 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 125 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 141 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 87 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 1,331 | 738 | 593 |
| Illiterate Population | 587 | 258 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Chandrapada
Chandrapada 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 Chandrapada
Public transport in the Chandrapada is mainly available through bus services. Chandrapada has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Chandrapada is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Chandrapada is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandrapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandrapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandrapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandrapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chandrapada
Where is Chandrapada located?
Chandrapada village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chandrapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandrapada is Iswarpur.
What is the pincode of Chandrapada?
The pincode of Chandrapada is 756134.
What is the population of Chandrapada?
Chandrapada had a total population of 1,918, including 996 males and 922 females.
How many households are there in Chandrapada?
Chandrapada had 450 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandrapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandrapada was 78.94%. Male literacy was 84.73% and female literacy was 72.76%.