Chhatramandir - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Chhatramandir is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Turubudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhatramandir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhatramandir is 412812. The village covers a total geographical area of 270 hectares and falls under the 761007 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chhatramandir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhatramandir
As per Census 2011, Chhatramandir village has a total population of 1,107 people, consisting of 532 males and 575 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 1,080 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 579 literate and 528 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhatramandir are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,107 | 532 | 575 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 65 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 47 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 579 | 327 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 205 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Chhatramandir
Chhatramandir 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dasipur | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Laxminarayanpur | East | 1.16 km |
| Chaitanyapur | West | 1.54 km |
| Mangarajpur | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Bijaypadmanabhapur | North | 1.80 km |
| Kandasara | South | 2.00 km |
| Turubudi | East | 2.29 km |
| Narasinghapur | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Kamapadmanabhapur | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Guhalapur | South-West | 2.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhatramandir
Chhatramandir is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Golanthra, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 128.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Chhatramandir is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Chhatramandir is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhatramandir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhatramandir 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 Chhatramandir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhatramandir 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhatramandir
Where is Chhatramandir located?
Chhatramandir village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhatramandir?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhatramandir is Turubudi.
What is the pincode of Chhatramandir?
The pincode of Chhatramandir is 761007.
What is the population of Chhatramandir?
Chhatramandir has a total population of 1,107, including 532 males and 575 females.
How many households are there in Chhatramandir?
There are 255 households in Chhatramandir.
What is the literacy rate in Chhatramandir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhatramandir is 52.30%. Male literacy is 61.47% and female literacy is 43.83%.