Chakunda - Surada, Ganjam
Chakunda is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from Badagada and around 103 km from Chatrapur. Sarabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakunda is 410968. The village covers a total geographical area of 223 hectares and falls under the 761109 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chakunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakunda
According to the 2011 Census, Chakunda village had a total population of 1,264 people, including 626 males and 638 females, living in 267 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.54%, with male literacy at 80.07% and female literacy at 55.28%.
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 | 1,264 | 626 | 638 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 79 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 747 | 438 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 517 | 188 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Chakunda
Chakunda 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 Chakunda
Chakunda 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 <5 km |
| 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 Surada to Chakunda is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Chakunda is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chakunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakunda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chakunda
Where is Chakunda located?
Chakunda village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chakunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakunda is Sarabadi.
What is the pincode of Chakunda?
The pincode of Chakunda is 761109.
What is the population of Chakunda?
Chakunda had a total population of 1,264, including 626 males and 638 females.
How many households are there in Chakunda?
Chakunda had 267 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakunda was 67.54%. Male literacy was 80.07% and female literacy was 55.28%.