Chirka
Chirka is a village located in Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 68km away from sub-district headquarter Jayapatna (tehsildar office) and 84km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Jaipatna is the gram panchayat of Chirka village.
Chirka has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi 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 Chirka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chirka is 424196. The village spans a total geographical area of 433 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766018. Junagarh is nearest town to Chirka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 58km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chirka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chirka
Population of Chirka
Below is a concise population overview of Chirka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,768 | 844 | 924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 114 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,017 | 481 | 536 |
| Literate Population | 680 | 412 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,088 | 432 | 656 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chirka village:
- The total population of Chirka village is around 1,768, including approximately 844 males and 924 females, with a sex ratio of 1094 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 225 children aged 0–6 years in Chirka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chirka village has 19 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,017 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chirka village is about 38.46%, with male literacy at 48.82% and female literacy at 29.00%.
- There are around 453 households in Chirka village.
Connectivity of Chirka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chirka. As per the 2011 stats, Chirka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chirka
Knowing the nearby villages of Chirka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chirka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chirka
- Where is Chirka located?
- Chirka village is situated in Jayapatna Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chirka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chirka is Jaipatna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chirka?
- The pincode of Chirka is 766018, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chirka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chirka is 1,768, with 844 males and 924 females.
- How many households are there in Chirka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chirka village has a total of 453 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chirka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chirka is 38.46%. The male literacy rate is 48.82%, while the female literacy rate is 29.00%.