Chenga - Polasara, Ganjam
Chenga is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Gochabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chenga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chenga is 411570. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 761105 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chenga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chenga
As per Census 2011, Chenga village has a total population of 134 people, consisting of 76 males and 58 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 763 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 89 literate and 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chenga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 134 | 76 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 134 | 76 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 52 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 24 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Chenga
Chenga 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 Chenga
Chenga 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 Polasara to Chenga is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Chenga is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chenga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chenga 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 Chenga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chenga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chenga
Where is Chenga located?
Chenga village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chenga?
The Gram Panchayat of Chenga is Gochabadi.
What is the pincode of Chenga?
The pincode of Chenga is 761105.
What is the population of Chenga?
Chenga has a total population of 134, including 76 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Chenga?
There are 31 households in Chenga.
What is the literacy rate in Chenga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chenga is 66.42%. Male literacy is 68.42% and female literacy is 63.79%.