Chhanabania - Mohana, Gajapati
Chhanabania is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Malasapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhanabania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhanabania is 413699. The village covers a total geographical area of 148 hectares and falls under the 761015 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Chhanabania 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 Chhanabania
As per Census 2011, Chhanabania village has a total population of 222 people, consisting of 107 males and 115 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 1,074 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 100 literate and 122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 206 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhanabania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 222 | 107 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 101 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 58 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 49 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Chhanabania
Chhanabania 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 Chhanabania
Chhanabania 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 Chhanabania is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Chhanabania 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 Chhanabania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhanabania 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chhanabania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhanabania 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhanabania
Where is Chhanabania located?
Chhanabania village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhanabania?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhanabania is Malasapadar.
What is the pincode of Chhanabania?
The pincode of Chhanabania is 761015.
What is the population of Chhanabania?
Chhanabania has a total population of 222, including 107 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Chhanabania?
There are 45 households in Chhanabania.
What is the literacy rate in Chhanabania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhanabania is 45.05%. Male literacy is 54.21% and female literacy is 36.52%.