Chalunia - Rajkanika, Kendrapara
Chalunia is a village situated in the Rajkanika tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajkanika and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Koranda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chalunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalunia is 395697. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 754220 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Chalunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chalunia
According to the 2011 Census, Chalunia village had a total population of 376 people, including 175 males and 201 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 1,149 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.61%, with male literacy at 93.79% and female literacy at 82.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 376 | 175 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 151 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 24 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Chalunia
Chalunia 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 Chalunia
Chalunia 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 5-10 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 Pattamundai to Chalunia is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Chalunia is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chalunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chalunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalunia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chalunia
Where is Chalunia located?
Chalunia village is located in Rajkanika Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chalunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalunia is Koranda.
What is the pincode of Chalunia?
The pincode of Chalunia is 754220.
What is the population of Chalunia?
Chalunia had a total population of 376, including 175 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Chalunia?
Chalunia had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalunia was 87.61%. Male literacy was 93.79% and female literacy was 82.26%.