Chhatrapada - Begunia, Khordha
Chhatrapada is a village situated in the Begunia tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Begunia and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Botalama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhatrapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhatrapada is 407280. The village covers a total geographical area of 112 hectares and falls under the 752062 pincode. Khordha is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Chhatrapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Begunia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhatrapada
According to the 2011 Census, Chhatrapada village had a total population of 1,490 people, including 776 males and 714 females, living in 341 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.84%, with male literacy at 95.85% and female literacy at 85.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 163.
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 | 1,490 | 776 | 714 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 77 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 83 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,230 | 670 | 560 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 106 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Chhatrapada
Chhatrapada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badabarabati | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Atharang | North | 1.51 km |
| Chhiam | East | 1.75 km |
| Baladhadi | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Botalama | West | 1.94 km |
| Krushnadaspur | North | 2.05 km |
| Muktapur | South | 2.12 km |
| Dobha | West | 2.22 km |
| Ramachandrapur | North | 2.48 km |
| Indipur | South-West | 2.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhatrapada
Chhatrapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Golabai, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.6 km.
| 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 Khordha to Chhatrapada is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Chhatrapada is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhatrapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhatrapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhatrapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhatrapada 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chhatrapada
Where is Chhatrapada located?
Chhatrapada village is located in Begunia Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhatrapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhatrapada is Botalama.
What is the pincode of Chhatrapada?
The pincode of Chhatrapada is 752062.
What is the population of Chhatrapada?
Chhatrapada had a total population of 1,490, including 776 males and 714 females.
How many households are there in Chhatrapada?
Chhatrapada had 341 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhatrapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhatrapada was 90.84%. Male literacy was 95.85% and female literacy was 85.50%.