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
According to the 2011 Census, Chhanabania village had a total population of 222 people, including 107 males and 115 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,075 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.19%, with male literacy at 65.91% and female literacy at 42.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 206.
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 | 222 | 107 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 222, including 107 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Chhanabania?
Chhanabania had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhanabania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhanabania was 53.19%. Male literacy was 65.91% and female literacy was 42.00%.