Chempei - Banspal, Keonjhar
Chempei is a village situated in the Banspal tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Pandapara and around 30 km from Kendujhar. Pitapiti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chempei village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chempei is 386472. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 758079 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Chempei village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Telkoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chempei
According to the 2011 Census, Chempei village had a total population of 276 people, including 142 males and 134 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.79%, with male literacy at 76.11% and female literacy at 45.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 93.
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 | 276 | 142 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 29 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 43 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 86 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 56 | 82 |
Transport and Connectivity of Chempei
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chempei.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Kendujhar to Chempei is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Chempei is about 30 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 Chempei
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chempei 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 Chempei
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chempei 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 Chempei
Where is Chempei located?
Chempei village is located in Banspal Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chempei?
The Gram Panchayat of Chempei is Pitapiti.
What is the pincode of Chempei?
The pincode of Chempei is 758079.
What is the population of Chempei?
Chempei had a total population of 276, including 142 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Chempei?
Chempei had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chempei?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chempei was 60.79%. Male literacy was 76.11% and female literacy was 45.61%.