Chhapuli - Surada, Ganjam
Chhapuli is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from Badagada and around 112 km from Chatrapur. Hinjalakuda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhapuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhapuli is 410994. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 761109 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Chhapuli 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 Chhapuli
According to the 2011 Census, Chhapuli village had a total population of 310 people, including 165 males and 145 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.16%, with male literacy at 91.18% and female literacy at 64.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 79.
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 | 310 | 165 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 29 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 124 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 41 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Chhapuli
Chhapuli 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 Chhapuli
Chhapuli 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 Brahmapur to Chhapuli is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Chhapuli is about 112 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 Chhapuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhapuli 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 Chhapuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhapuli 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 Chhapuli
Where is Chhapuli located?
Chhapuli village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhapuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhapuli is Hinjalakuda.
What is the pincode of Chhapuli?
The pincode of Chhapuli is 761109.
What is the population of Chhapuli?
Chhapuli had a total population of 310, including 165 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Chhapuli?
Chhapuli had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhapuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhapuli was 78.16%. Male literacy was 91.18% and female literacy was 64.00%.