Changaria - Padampur, Bargarh
Changaria is a village situated in the Padampur tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Jharbandha and around 94 km from Bargarh. Charadapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Changaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Changaria is 379844. The village covers a total geographical area of 523 hectares and falls under the 768042 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 14 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 Padampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Changaria
According to the 2011 Census, Changaria village had a total population of 714 people, including 361 males and 353 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.74%, with male literacy at 88.96% and female literacy at 66.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 121, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 240.
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 | 714 | 361 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 53 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 66 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 240 | 118 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 489 | 274 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 87 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Changaria
Changaria 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 Changaria
Changaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Changaria is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Changaria
Where is Changaria located?
Changaria village is located in Padampur Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Changaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Changaria is Charadapali.
What is the pincode of Changaria?
The pincode of Changaria is 768042.
What is the population of Changaria?
Changaria had a total population of 714, including 361 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Changaria?
Changaria had 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Changaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Changaria was 77.74%. Male literacy was 88.96% and female literacy was 66.98%.