Chandapur - Parajang, Dhenkanal
Chandapur is a village situated in the Parajang tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parajang and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Chandpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandapur is 402310. The village covers a total geographical area of 647 hectares and falls under the 759120 pincode. Kamakshyanagar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Chandapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandapur
As per Census 2011, Chandapur village has a total population of 1,650 people, consisting of 808 males and 842 females. The village has 414 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,101 literate and 549 illiterate residents. Additionally, 394 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,650 | 808 | 842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 93 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 394 | 194 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 1,101 | 605 | 496 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 203 | 346 |
Nearby Villages of Chandapur
Chandapur 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 Chandapur
Public transport in the Chandapur 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 Kamakshyanagar to Chandapur is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Chandapur is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chandapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandapur
Where is Chandapur located?
Chandapur village is located in Parajang Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandapur is Chandpur.
What is the pincode of Chandapur?
The pincode of Chandapur is 759120.
What is the population of Chandapur?
Chandapur has a total population of 1,650, including 808 males and 842 females.
How many households are there in Chandapur?
There are 414 households in Chandapur.
What is the literacy rate in Chandapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandapur is 66.73%. Male literacy is 74.88% and female literacy is 58.91%.