Chahali - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Chahali is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Chahali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chahali is 416104. The village covers a total geographical area of 533 hectares and falls under the 762028 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Chahali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chahali
As per Census 2011, Chahali village has a total population of 1,198 people, consisting of 584 males and 614 females. The village has 309 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 574 literate and 624 illiterate residents. Additionally, 348 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 421 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chahali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,198 | 584 | 614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 70 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 348 | 166 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 421 | 211 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 574 | 345 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 624 | 239 | 385 |
Nearby Villages of Chahali
Chahali is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chahali
Public transport in the Chahali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Chahali is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Chahali is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chahali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chahali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chahali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chahali 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 Chahali
Where is Chahali located?
Chahali village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chahali?
Chahali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chahali?
The pincode of Chahali is 762028.
What is the population of Chahali?
Chahali has a total population of 1,198, including 584 males and 614 females.
How many households are there in Chahali?
There are 309 households in Chahali.
What is the literacy rate in Chahali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chahali is 47.91%. Male literacy is 59.08% and female literacy is 37.30%.