Chhadakia - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Chhadakia is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dasingbadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhadakia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhadakia is 417511. The village covers a total geographical area of 109 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Chhadakia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhadakia
As per Census 2011, Chhadakia village has a total population of 681 people, consisting of 338 males and 343 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 272 literate and 409 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 244 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhadakia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 681 | 338 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 87 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 244 | 128 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 164 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 174 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Chhadakia
Chhadakia 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 Chhadakia
Chhadakia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Chhadakia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Chhadakia is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Chhadakia is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhadakia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhadakia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhadakia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhadakia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhadakia
Where is Chhadakia located?
Chhadakia village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhadakia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhadakia is Dasingbadi.
What is the pincode of Chhadakia?
The pincode of Chhadakia is 762104.
What is the population of Chhadakia?
Chhadakia has a total population of 681, including 338 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Chhadakia?
There are 152 households in Chhadakia.
What is the literacy rate in Chhadakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhadakia is 39.94%. Male literacy is 48.52% and female literacy is 31.49%.