Chirka
About Chirka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chirka village is 424196. Chirka village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 433 hectares. Chirka has a total population of 1,768 peoples, out of which male population is 844 while female population is 924. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1094 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chirka village is 38.46% out of which 48.82% males and 29.00% females are literate. There are about 453 houses in chirka village. Pincode of chirka village locality is 766018.
When it comes to administration, Chirka village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chirka village comes under Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency. Junagarh is nearest town to chirka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 58km away.
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Population of Chirka
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,768 | 844 | 924 |
| Children (0-6) | 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 |
Connectivity of Chirka
| 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
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%.