Chadapaju - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Chadapaju is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dalapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chadapaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chadapaju is 415716. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Chadapaju 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 Chadapaju
According to the 2011 Census, Chadapaju village had a total population of 42 people, including 21 males and 21 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.86%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 52.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 42.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 8 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Chadapaju
Chadapaju 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 Chadapaju
Chadapaju is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Chadapaju is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Chadapaju is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chadapaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chadapaju 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chadapaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chadapaju village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chadapaju
Where is Chadapaju located?
Chadapaju village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chadapaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Chadapaju is Dalapada.
What is the pincode of Chadapaju?
The pincode of Chadapaju is 762012.
What is the population of Chadapaju?
Chadapaju had a total population of 42, including 21 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Chadapaju?
Chadapaju had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chadapaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chadapaju was 64.86%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 52.38%.