Chudanga - Simulia, Balasore
Chudanga is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Similia and around 72 km from Baleshwar. Ada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chudanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chudanga is 394085. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Chudanga 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 Chudanga
According to the 2011 Census, Chudanga village had a total population of 498 people, including 246 males and 252 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.36%, with male literacy at 79.26% and female literacy at 67.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 373, 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 | 498 | 246 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 29 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 373 | 186 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 172 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 74 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Chudanga
Chudanga 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 Chudanga
Public transport in the Chudanga is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chudanga.
| 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 Chudanga is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Chudanga is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chudanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chudanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chudanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chudanga 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chudanga
Where is Chudanga located?
Chudanga village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chudanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Chudanga is Ada.
What is the pincode of Chudanga?
The pincode of Chudanga is 756134.
What is the population of Chudanga?
Chudanga had a total population of 498, including 246 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Chudanga?
Chudanga had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chudanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chudanga was 73.36%. Male literacy was 79.26% and female literacy was 67.30%.