Chasakhand - Mahanga, Cuttack
Chasakhand is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Mouda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chasakhand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chasakhand is 399554. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 754290 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 45 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 Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chasakhand
According to the 2011 Census, Chasakhand village had a total population of 466 people, including 248 males and 218 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.39%, with male literacy at 96.52% and female literacy at 91.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 93.
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 | 466 | 248 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 52 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 222 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 26 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Chasakhand
Chasakhand 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 Chasakhand
Chasakhand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Cuttack to Chasakhand is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chasakhand
Where is Chasakhand located?
Chasakhand village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chasakhand?
The Gram Panchayat of Chasakhand is Mouda.
What is the pincode of Chasakhand?
The pincode of Chasakhand is 754290.
What is the population of Chasakhand?
Chasakhand had a total population of 466, including 248 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Chasakhand?
Chasakhand had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chasakhand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chasakhand was 94.39%. Male literacy was 96.52% and female literacy was 91.92%.