Chhelikulia - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Chhelikulia is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Tarasahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhelikulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhelikulia is 398419. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 754119 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Chhelikulia 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 Chhelikulia
As per Census 2011, Chhelikulia village has a total population of 72 people, consisting of 39 males and 33 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 50 literate and 22 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhelikulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 29 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 10 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Chhelikulia
Chhelikulia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rishala | South | 1.52 km |
| Dihakarada | West | 1.74 km |
| Sribantapur | East | 2.22 km |
| Bilatela Sara | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Edabans | West | 2.48 km |
| Machhagan | North | 2.88 km |
| Kesarpur | East | 3.03 km |
| Beda | East | 3.12 km |
| Apandara | North-East | 3.36 km |
| Ashilo | North-West | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhelikulia
Chhelikulia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.3 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 Chhelikulia is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhelikulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhelikulia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhelikulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhelikulia 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 Chhelikulia
Where is Chhelikulia located?
Chhelikulia village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhelikulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhelikulia is Tarasahi.
What is the pincode of Chhelikulia?
The pincode of Chhelikulia is 754119.
What is the population of Chhelikulia?
Chhelikulia has a total population of 72, including 39 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Chhelikulia?
There are 16 households in Chhelikulia.
What is the literacy rate in Chhelikulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhelikulia is 69.44%. Male literacy is 74.36% and female literacy is 63.64%.