Chacher - Patrapur, Ganjam
Chacher is a village situated in the Patrapur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 93 km from Ramagiri and around 113 km from Chatrapur. Burutala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chacher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chacher is 413451. The village covers a total geographical area of 112 hectares and falls under the 761013 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Chacher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chacher
According to the 2011 Census, Chacher village had a total population of 72 people, including 39 males and 33 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 3.39%, with male literacy at 5.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 72.
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 | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 37 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Chacher
Chacher 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 Chacher
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chacher.
| 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 Brahmapur to Chacher is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Chacher is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chacher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chacher 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chacher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chacher 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chacher
Where is Chacher located?
Chacher village is located in Patrapur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chacher?
The Gram Panchayat of Chacher is Burutala.
What is the pincode of Chacher?
The pincode of Chacher is 761013.
What is the population of Chacher?
Chacher had a total population of 72, including 39 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Chacher?
Chacher had 16 households.