Chhanchunia - Baramba, Cuttack
Chhanchunia is a village situated in the Baramba tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 52 km from Badamba and around 114 km from Cuttack. Badakambilo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhanchunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhanchunia is 398681. The village covers a total geographical area of 356 hectares and falls under the 754031 pincode. Badamba is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Chhanchunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baramba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhanchunia
According to the 2011 Census, Chhanchunia village had a total population of 455 people, including 217 males and 238 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.00%, with male literacy at 82.32% and female literacy at 72.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 433.
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 | 455 | 217 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 433 | 205 | 228 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 149 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 68 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Chhanchunia
Chhanchunia 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 Chhanchunia
Public transport in the Chhanchunia 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 Badamba to Chhanchunia is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Chhanchunia is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhanchunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhanchunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhanchunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhanchunia 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 Chhanchunia
Where is Chhanchunia located?
Chhanchunia village is located in Baramba Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhanchunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhanchunia is Badakambilo.
What is the pincode of Chhanchunia?
The pincode of Chhanchunia is 754031.
What is the population of Chhanchunia?
Chhanchunia had a total population of 455, including 217 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Chhanchunia?
Chhanchunia had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhanchunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhanchunia was 77.00%. Male literacy was 82.32% and female literacy was 72.33%.