Chhandola - Balianta, Khordha
Chhandola is a village situated in the Balianta tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balianta and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Sarakana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhandola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhandola is 407570. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 752101 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chhandola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jayadev Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhandola
As per Census 2011, Chhandola village has a total population of 568 people, consisting of 283 males and 285 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 437 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhandola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 568 | 283 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 48 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 437 | 233 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 50 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Chhandola
Chhandola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aringol | North | 0.96 km |
| Baligundi | South | 0.96 km |
| Gotalagram | West | 1.02 km |
| Budhalo | North | 1.48 km |
| Brahmansuanlo | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Tandilo | West | 1.71 km |
| Lenkudi | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Chheliamal | North | 1.84 km |
| Sarakana | South | 1.99 km |
| Brahmansarangi | East | 2.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhandola
Chhandola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhubaneswar, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhubaneswar to Chhandola is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Chhandola is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhandola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhandola 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhandola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhandola 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhandola
Where is Chhandola located?
Chhandola village is located in Balianta Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhandola?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhandola is Sarakana.
What is the pincode of Chhandola?
The pincode of Chhandola is 752101.
What is the population of Chhandola?
Chhandola has a total population of 568, including 283 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Chhandola?
There are 128 households in Chhandola.
What is the literacy rate in Chhandola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhandola is 76.94%. Male literacy is 82.33% and female literacy is 71.58%.