Chellu

Chellu is a village located in Purusottampur tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Purusottampur (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Badha Nalinakhapur is the gram panchayat of Chellu village.

Chellu has its own place in the vibrant Ganjam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chellu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chellu is 412200. The village spans a total geographical area of 241 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761032. Purusottampur is nearest town to Chellu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Chellu

Below is a concise population overview of Chellu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,277 609 668
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 160 74 86
Scheduled Castes (SC) 163 74 89
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 681 408 273
Illiterate Population 596 201 395

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chellu village:

  • The total population of Chellu village is around 1,277, including approximately 609 males and 668 females, with a sex ratio of 1096 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 160 children aged 0–6 years in Chellu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chellu village has 163 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chellu village is about 53.33%, with male literacy at 67.00% and female literacy at 40.87%.
  • There are around 276 households in Chellu village.

Connectivity of Chellu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chellu. As per the 2011 stats, Chellu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chellu

Knowing the nearby villages of Chellu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chellu.

Barabaragan Chandapura Alias Chandanpur Karanjhara Nandapur Sanamadhapur Langalaghai Alias Nalinakshyapur Langalaghai Gurunda Gaudanuagam Chandapur Balia

Frequently Asked Questions about Chellu

Where is Chellu located?
Chellu village is situated in Purusottampur Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chellu?
The Gram Panchayat of Chellu is Badha Nalinakhapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chellu?
The pincode of Chellu is 761032, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chellu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chellu is 1,277, with 609 males and 668 females.
How many households are there in Chellu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chellu village has a total of 276 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chellu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chellu is 53.33%. The male literacy rate is 67.00%, while the female literacy rate is 40.87%.