Changaria - Gaisilet, Bargarh
Changaria is a village situated in the Gaisilet tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaisilet and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Talpali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Changaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Changaria is 380085. The village covers a total geographical area of 458 hectares and falls under the 768037 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Changaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Changaria
As per Census 2011, Changaria village has a total population of 898 people, consisting of 451 males and 447 females. The village has 254 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 528 literate and 370 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 154 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Changaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 898 | 451 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 38 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 56 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 84 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 528 | 322 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 129 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Changaria
Changaria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Halankanasi | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Ganiapali | North | 2.02 km |
| Kendubhata | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Telipukhapani | South | 2.38 km |
| Jankeda | West | 2.44 km |
| Jamutpali | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Chandrapur | West | 3.16 km |
| Brahmanmal | South-West | 3.70 km |
| Barihapukhapani | South | 4.13 km |
| Talpali | South-West | 4.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Changaria
Changaria 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 Khalipali, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padmapur to Changaria is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Changaria 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 Changaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Changaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Changaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Changaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Changaria
Where is Changaria located?
Changaria village is located in Gaisilet Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Changaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Changaria is Talpali.
What is the pincode of Changaria?
The pincode of Changaria is 768037.
What is the population of Changaria?
Changaria has a total population of 898, including 451 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Changaria?
There are 254 households in Changaria.
What is the literacy rate in Changaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Changaria is 58.80%. Male literacy is 71.40% and female literacy is 46.09%.