Chalunigan
Chalunigan is a village located in Similia tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Similia (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Chalunigan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chalunigan unique in its vibrant Similia-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Chalunigan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chalunigan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chalunigan is 394146. The village spans a total geographical area of 214 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756168. Basudebpur is nearest town to Chalunigan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Chalunigan
Population of Chalunigan
According to the 2011 Census, Chalunigan has a total population of about 1,569, with approximately 795 males and 774 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 188 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 277 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.21%, with male literacy at about 78.99% and female literacy near 65.25%. There are around 402 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chalunigan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,133 | 628 | 505 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 167 | 269 |
Connectivity of Chalunigan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chalunigan. As per the 2011 stats, Chalunigan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chalunigan
Knowing the nearby villages of Chalunigan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chalunigan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chalunigan
- Where is Chalunigan located?
- Chalunigan village is situated in Similia Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chalunigan?
- Chalunigan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chalunigan?
- The pincode of Chalunigan is 756168, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chalunigan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chalunigan is 1,569, with 795 males and 774 females.
- How many households are there in Chalunigan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chalunigan village has a total of 402 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chalunigan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chalunigan is 72.21%. The male literacy rate is 78.99%, while the female literacy rate is 65.25%.