Chirikipadasasan - Polasara, Ganjam
Chirikipadasasan is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Chirikipada Sasan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chirikipadasasan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chirikipadasasan is 411502. The village covers a total geographical area of 606 hectares and falls under the 761105 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chirikipadasasan 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 Chirikipadasasan
As per Census 2011, Chirikipadasasan village has a total population of 6,900 people, consisting of 3,518 males and 3,382 females. The village has 1,609 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 903 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,951 literate and 2,949 illiterate residents. Additionally, 742 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chirikipadasasan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,900 | 3,518 | 3,382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 903 | 477 | 426 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 742 | 377 | 365 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,951 | 2,297 | 1,654 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,949 | 1,221 | 1,728 |
Nearby Villages of Chirikipadasasan
Chirikipadasasan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narasingapalli | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Bhabarada | East | 2.09 km |
| Tentulia | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Golia | North | 2.52 km |
| Khajuria | East | 2.59 km |
| Banaramachandrapur | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Hansaralli | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Badapankalabadi | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Sanabaragam | South | 2.93 km |
| Kusapalli | North | 3.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chirikipadasasan
Chirikipadasasan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khallikot, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Polasara to Chirikipadasasan is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Chirikipadasasan is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chirikipadasasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chirikipadasasan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chirikipadasasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chirikipadasasan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chirikipadasasan
Where is Chirikipadasasan located?
Chirikipadasasan village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chirikipadasasan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chirikipadasasan is Chirikipada Sasan.
What is the pincode of Chirikipadasasan?
The pincode of Chirikipadasasan is 761105.
What is the population of Chirikipadasasan?
Chirikipadasasan has a total population of 6,900, including 3,518 males and 3,382 females.
How many households are there in Chirikipadasasan?
There are 1,609 households in Chirikipadasasan.
What is the literacy rate in Chirikipadasasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chirikipadasasan is 57.26%. Male literacy is 65.29% and female literacy is 48.91%.