Chhatijhara - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Chhatijhara is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Tikaballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhatijhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhatijhara is 415949. The village covers a total geographical area of 185 hectares and falls under the 762010 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Chhatijhara 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 Chhatijhara
As per Census 2011, Chhatijhara village has a total population of 1,724 people, consisting of 872 males and 852 females. The village has 423 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,249 literate and 475 illiterate residents. Additionally, 535 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 223 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhatijhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,724 | 872 | 852 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 86 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 535 | 275 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 223 | 91 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 1,249 | 698 | 551 |
| Illiterate Population | 475 | 174 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Chhatijhara
Chhatijhara 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 Chhatijhara
Chhatijhara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Chhatijhara is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Chhatijhara is about 36 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 Chhatijhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhatijhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chhatijhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhatijhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chhatijhara
Where is Chhatijhara located?
Chhatijhara village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhatijhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhatijhara is Tikaballi.
What is the pincode of Chhatijhara?
The pincode of Chhatijhara is 762010.
What is the population of Chhatijhara?
Chhatijhara has a total population of 1,724, including 872 males and 852 females.
How many households are there in Chhatijhara?
There are 423 households in Chhatijhara.
What is the literacy rate in Chhatijhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhatijhara is 72.45%. Male literacy is 80.05% and female literacy is 64.67%.