Chasakhand - Chandbali, Bhadrak
Chasakhand is a village situated in the Chandbali tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Chandabali and around 50 km from Bhadrak. Motto serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chasakhand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chasakhand is 395337. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 756133 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Chasakhand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandabali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chasakhand
As per Census 2011, Chasakhand village has a total population of 1,358 people, consisting of 666 males and 692 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,056 literate and 302 illiterate residents. Additionally, 181 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chasakhand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,358 | 666 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 76 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 89 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,056 | 558 | 498 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 108 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Chasakhand
Chasakhand 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naugoruda | South-West | 0.91 km |
| Matto | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Jayakrushnapur | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Nalitagaria | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Balabhadrapursasan | East | 1.72 km |
| Serapur | South | 1.87 km |
| Biswali | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Malbad | North | 2.20 km |
| Utakuda | South-East | 2.60 km |
| Chandanpur | South | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chasakhand
Chasakhand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhadrakh, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Chasakhand is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Chasakhand is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chasakhand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chasakhand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chasakhand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chasakhand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chasakhand
Where is Chasakhand located?
Chasakhand village is located in Chandbali Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chasakhand?
The Gram Panchayat of Chasakhand is Motto.
What is the pincode of Chasakhand?
The pincode of Chasakhand is 756133.
What is the population of Chasakhand?
Chasakhand has a total population of 1,358, including 666 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Chasakhand?
There are 279 households in Chasakhand.
What is the literacy rate in Chasakhand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chasakhand is 77.76%. Male literacy is 83.78% and female literacy is 71.97%.