Chandanpur - Kodala, Ganjam
Chandanpur is a village situated in the Kodala tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kodala and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Chandanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandanpur is 411693. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 761032 pincode. Kodala is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chandanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandanpur
As per Census 2011, Chandanpur village has a total population of 1,488 people, consisting of 793 males and 695 females. The village has 289 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 844 literate and 644 illiterate residents. Additionally, 391 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,488 | 793 | 695 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 100 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 391 | 214 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 844 | 521 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 644 | 272 | 372 |
Nearby Villages of Chandanpur
Chandanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mundula | North | 0.96 km |
| Totapada | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Singadapalli | North | 1.47 km |
| Chingudikhola | South | 1.65 km |
| Palasapalli | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Ujalapalli | East | 1.86 km |
| Saradhapur | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Ustali | South | 2.57 km |
| Saurachachina | East | 2.76 km |
| Ragapur | East | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandanpur
Chandanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khallikot, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kodala to Chandanpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Chandanpur is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandanpur
Where is Chandanpur located?
Chandanpur village is located in Kodala Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandanpur?
Chandanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandanpur?
The pincode of Chandanpur is 761032.
What is the population of Chandanpur?
Chandanpur has a total population of 1,488, including 793 males and 695 females.
How many households are there in Chandanpur?
There are 289 households in Chandanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Chandanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandanpur is 56.72%. Male literacy is 65.70% and female literacy is 46.47%.