Chhelachheli - Hindol, Dhenkanal
Chhelachheli is a village situated in the Hindol tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hindol and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Hatura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhelachheli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhelachheli is 403040. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 759020 pincode. Anugul is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Chhelachheli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hindol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhelachheli
As per Census 2011, Chhelachheli village has a total population of 45 people, consisting of 22 males and 23 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 32 literate and 13 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhelachheli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 3 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Chhelachheli
Chhelachheli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hatura | South-East | 0.92 km |
| Balasar | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Jayapanga | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Tangisal | North | 1.99 km |
| Mahidharpur | West | 2.16 km |
| Kurumitha | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Gulehi | East | 2.77 km |
| Harichandajami | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Mahalunda | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Pada | South | 3.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhelachheli
Chhelachheli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Meramandolil, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Anugul to Chhelachheli is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Chhelachheli is about 50 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 Chhelachheli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhelachheli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhelachheli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhelachheli 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chhelachheli
Where is Chhelachheli located?
Chhelachheli village is located in Hindol Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhelachheli?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhelachheli is Hatura.
What is the pincode of Chhelachheli?
The pincode of Chhelachheli is 759020.
What is the population of Chhelachheli?
Chhelachheli has a total population of 45, including 22 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Chhelachheli?
There are 13 households in Chhelachheli.
What is the literacy rate in Chhelachheli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhelachheli is 71.11%. Male literacy is 86.36% and female literacy is 56.52%.