Chandrasekharpur - Telkoi, Keonjhar
Chandrasekharpur is a village situated in the Telkoi tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Telkoi and around 56 km from Kendujhar. Dobalapal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandrasekharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandrasekharpur is 386348. The village covers a total geographical area of 253 hectares and falls under the 758018 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Chandrasekharpur 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 Chandrasekharpur
As per Census 2011, Chandrasekharpur village has a total population of 564 people, consisting of 303 males and 261 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 410 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandrasekharpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 564 | 303 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 35 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 76 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 410 | 235 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 68 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Chandrasekharpur
Chandrasekharpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Lokanathpur | North-West | 1.11 km |
| Jata | East | 1.82 km |
| Banspal | South | 1.84 km |
| Dimiria | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Kalapokhari | North | 2.27 km |
| Chhamunda | West | 2.75 km |
| Halpuri | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Dhanurjayapur | East | 3.29 km |
| Saleikena | North | 3.37 km |
| Kaliakudar | South | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandrasekharpur
Chandrasekharpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Basantapur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chandrasekharpur is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Chandrasekharpur is about 56 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 Chandrasekharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandrasekharpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chandrasekharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandrasekharpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chandrasekharpur
Where is Chandrasekharpur located?
Chandrasekharpur village is located in Telkoi Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandrasekharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandrasekharpur is Dobalapal.
What is the pincode of Chandrasekharpur?
The pincode of Chandrasekharpur is 758018.
What is the population of Chandrasekharpur?
Chandrasekharpur has a total population of 564, including 303 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Chandrasekharpur?
There are 128 households in Chandrasekharpur.
What is the literacy rate in Chandrasekharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandrasekharpur is 72.70%. Male literacy is 77.56% and female literacy is 67.05%.