Chanchadaguda - Mohana, Gajapati
Chanchadaguda is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Malasapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chanchadaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanchadaguda is 413700. The village covers a total geographical area of 188 hectares and falls under the 761015 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Chanchadaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chanchadaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Chanchadaguda village had a total population of 87 people, including 38 males and 49 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,289 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.38%, with male literacy at 46.67% and female literacy at 15.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 80.
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 | 87 | 38 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 35 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 24 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Chanchadaguda
Chanchadaguda 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 Chanchadaguda
Chanchadaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Chanchadaguda is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Chanchadaguda is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chanchadaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanchadaguda 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 Chanchadaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanchadaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chanchadaguda
Where is Chanchadaguda located?
Chanchadaguda village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanchadaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chanchadaguda is Malasapadar.
What is the pincode of Chanchadaguda?
The pincode of Chanchadaguda is 761015.
What is the population of Chanchadaguda?
Chanchadaguda had a total population of 87, including 38 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Chanchadaguda?
Chanchadaguda had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanchadaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanchadaguda was 28.38%. Male literacy was 46.67% and female literacy was 15.91%.