Chhatghar Forestbeat - Gandia, Dhenkanal
Chhatghar Forestbeat is a village situated in the Gandia tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gandia and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Sorisiapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhatghar Forestbeat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhatghar Forestbeat is 402755. The village falls under the 759016 pincode. Tangi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Chhatghar Forestbeat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhenkanal Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Chhatghar Forestbeat
According to the 2011 Census, Chhatghar Forestbeat village had a total population of 290 people, including 159 males and 131 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 824 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 14.22%, with male literacy at 16.81% and female literacy at 11.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 290.
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 | 290 | 159 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 40 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 290 | 159 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 139 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Chhatghar Forestbeat
Chhatghar Forestbeat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mundamari | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Nilakanthapursasan | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Bailo | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Arachua | West | 3.63 km |
| Mathatentulia | West | 4.06 km |
| Chhatakumba | West | 4.43 km |
| Chhotatentuli | East | 5.04 km |
| Dandeibereni | West | 5.35 km |
| Lahada | North | 5.39 km |
| Khandabandha | North-East | 5.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhatghar Forestbeat
Chhatghar Forestbeat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bada Padagaon, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.5 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 Tangi to Chhatghar Forestbeat is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Chhatghar Forestbeat is about 48 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 Chhatghar Forestbeat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhatghar Forestbeat 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhatghar Forestbeat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhatghar Forestbeat 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 Chhatghar Forestbeat
Where is Chhatghar Forestbeat located?
Chhatghar Forestbeat village is located in Gandia Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhatghar Forestbeat?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhatghar Forestbeat is Sorisiapada.
What is the pincode of Chhatghar Forestbeat?
The pincode of Chhatghar Forestbeat is 759016.
What is the population of Chhatghar Forestbeat?
Chhatghar Forestbeat had a total population of 290, including 159 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Chhatghar Forestbeat?
Chhatghar Forestbeat had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhatghar Forestbeat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhatghar Forestbeat was 14.22%. Male literacy was 16.81% and female literacy was 11.32%.