Chakuli - Attabira, Bargarh
Chakuli is a village situated in the Attabira tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Attabira and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Chakuli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakuli is 380897. The village covers a total geographical area of 427 hectares and falls under the 768027 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Chakuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Attabira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakuli
As per Census 2011, Chakuli village has a total population of 2,618 people, consisting of 1,348 males and 1,270 females. The village has 642 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 274 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,622 literate and 996 illiterate residents. Additionally, 985 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 183 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chakuli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,618 | 1,348 | 1,270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 143 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 985 | 502 | 483 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 183 | 98 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 1,622 | 920 | 702 |
| Illiterate Population | 996 | 428 | 568 |
Nearby Villages of Chakuli
Chakuli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Saranda | North-West | 1.13 km |
| Naghapali | South | 1.70 km |
| Bhoipali | North | 2.17 km |
| Dulampur | East | 2.25 km |
| Bhoipura | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Amastala | South | 2.86 km |
| Babebira | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Birkhakata | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Kujapali | North-East | 3.23 km |
| Parmanpur | North-West | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chakuli
Chakuli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Attabira, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Chakuli is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chakuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakuli 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 Chakuli
Where is Chakuli located?
Chakuli village is located in Attabira Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakuli?
Chakuli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chakuli?
The pincode of Chakuli is 768027.
What is the population of Chakuli?
Chakuli has a total population of 2,618, including 1,348 males and 1,270 females.
How many households are there in Chakuli?
There are 642 households in Chakuli.
What is the literacy rate in Chakuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakuli is 61.96%. Male literacy is 68.25% and female literacy is 55.28%.