Chanarpur - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Chanarpur is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Garam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chanarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanarpur is 398253. The village covers a total geographical area of 211 hectares and falls under the 754107 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chanarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chanarpur
As per Census 2011, Chanarpur village has a total population of 2,291 people, consisting of 1,164 males and 1,127 females. The village has 540 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 236 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,701 literate and 590 illiterate residents. Additionally, 886 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chanarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,291 | 1,164 | 1,127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 123 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 886 | 461 | 425 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,701 | 923 | 778 |
| Illiterate Population | 590 | 241 | 349 |
Nearby Villages of Chanarpur
Chanarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garam | North-West | 1.29 km |
| Budhisahi | South | 1.47 km |
| Kundeswar | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Gopalpur | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Badagar | East | 2.33 km |
| Padmapur | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Bakharabad | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Achhutapur | South | 2.60 km |
| Nalo | South | 2.65 km |
| Sangrampur | South-East | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chanarpur
Chanarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Chanarpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chanarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chanarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanarpur 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 Chanarpur
Where is Chanarpur located?
Chanarpur village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chanarpur is Garam.
What is the pincode of Chanarpur?
The pincode of Chanarpur is 754107.
What is the population of Chanarpur?
Chanarpur has a total population of 2,291, including 1,164 males and 1,127 females.
How many households are there in Chanarpur?
There are 540 households in Chanarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Chanarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanarpur is 74.25%. Male literacy is 79.30% and female literacy is 69.03%.