Chatrapur - Simulia, Balasore
Chatrapur is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Similia and around 80 km from Baleshwar. Ada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chatrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chatrapur is 394209. The village covers a total geographical area of 112 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Chatrapur 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 Chatrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Chatrapur village had a total population of 1,237 people, including 601 males and 636 females, living in 264 households. The sex ratio was 1,058 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.26%, with male literacy at 86.26% and female literacy at 70.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 243, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 80.
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 | 1,237 | 601 | 636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 106 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 117 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 792 | 427 | 365 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 174 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Chatrapur
Chatrapur 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 Chatrapur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Chatrapur. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chatrapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Chatrapur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Chatrapur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chatrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chatrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chatrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chatrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Chatrapur
Where is Chatrapur located?
Chatrapur village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chatrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chatrapur is Ada.
What is the pincode of Chatrapur?
The pincode of Chatrapur is 756134.
What is the population of Chatrapur?
Chatrapur had a total population of 1,237, including 601 males and 636 females.
How many households are there in Chatrapur?
Chatrapur had 264 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chatrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chatrapur was 78.26%. Male literacy was 86.26% and female literacy was 70.60%.