Chahaka
Chahaka is a village located in Kegaon tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 61km away from sub-district headquarter Kegaon (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Chahaka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chahaka unique in its vibrant Kegaon-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Chahaka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chahaka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chahaka is 423670. The village spans a total geographical area of 162 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766011. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Chahaka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
Google Map of Chahaka
Population of Chahaka
According to the 2011 Census, Chahaka has a total population of about 1,093, with approximately 540 males and 553 females. The sex ratio is around 1024 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 165 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 111 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 185. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.84%, with male literacy at about 57.78% and female literacy near 36.17%. There are around 259 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chahaka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,093 | 540 | 553 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 79 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 52 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 91 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 512 | 312 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 581 | 228 | 353 |
Connectivity of Chahaka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chahaka. As per the 2011 stats, Chahaka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chahaka
Knowing the nearby villages of Chahaka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chahaka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chahaka
- Where is Chahaka located?
- Chahaka village is situated in Kegaon Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chahaka?
- Chahaka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chahaka?
- The pincode of Chahaka is 766011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chahaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chahaka is 1,093, with 540 males and 553 females.
- How many households are there in Chahaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chahaka village has a total of 259 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chahaka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chahaka is 46.84%. The male literacy rate is 57.78%, while the female literacy rate is 36.17%.