Chamarabahal - Kantamal, Boudh
Chamarabahal is a village situated in the Kantamal tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 47 km from Manamunda and around 70 km from Baudh. Baragochha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chamarabahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamarabahal is 418141. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 762016 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Chamarabahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantamal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chamarabahal
According to the 2011 Census, Chamarabahal village had a total population of 79 people, including 38 males and 41 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.62%, with male literacy at 64.29% and female literacy at 53.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
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 | 79 | 38 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 20 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Chamarabahal
Chamarabahal 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 Chamarabahal
Public transport in the Chamarabahal 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Chamarabahal is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Chamarabahal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamarabahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamarabahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chamarabahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamarabahal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chamarabahal
Where is Chamarabahal located?
Chamarabahal village is located in Kantamal Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chamarabahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Chamarabahal is Baragochha.
What is the pincode of Chamarabahal?
The pincode of Chamarabahal is 762016.
What is the population of Chamarabahal?
Chamarabahal had a total population of 79, including 38 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Chamarabahal?
Chamarabahal had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chamarabahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamarabahal was 58.62%. Male literacy was 64.29% and female literacy was 53.33%.