Champa Village - Kishannagar, Cuttack
Champa is a village situated in the Kishannagar tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kishannagar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Utarkul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Champa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Champa is 400002. The village covers a total geographical area of 99 hectares and falls under the 754134 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Champa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Cuttack sadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Champa
As per Census 2011, Champa village has a total population of 598 people, consisting of 270 males and 328 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 1,214 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 481 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Champa are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 598 | 270 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 37 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 481 | 231 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 39 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Champa
Champa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mehendipur | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Manijanga | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Dharibil | South | 1.46 km |
| Nahalpur | North | 1.50 km |
| Orikanta | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Uttarkul | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Daudpur | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Mahammadpur | East | 2.27 km |
| Narendrapur | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Dulupur | South-West | 2.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Champa
Public transport in the Champa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Banbihari Gwalipur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Champa is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Champa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Champa 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 Champa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Champa 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Champa
Where is Champa located?
Champa village is located in Kishannagar Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Champa?
The Gram Panchayat of Champa is Utarkul.
What is the pincode of Champa?
The pincode of Champa is 754134.
What is the population of Champa?
Champa has a total population of 598, including 270 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Champa?
There are 134 households in Champa.
What is the literacy rate in Champa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Champa is 80.43%. Male literacy is 85.56% and female literacy is 76.22%.