Chekapadu - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Chekapadu is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Neelabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chekapadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chekapadu is 428770. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chekapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chekapadu
According to the 2011 Census, Chekapadu village had a total population of 217 people, including 102 males and 115 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,127 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.41%, with male literacy at 29.27% and female literacy at 22.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 192.
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 | 217 | 102 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 192 | 95 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 78 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Chekapadu
Chekapadu 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 Chekapadu
Chekapadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Koraput to Chekapadu is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Chekapadu is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chekapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chekapadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chekapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chekapadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chekapadu
Where is Chekapadu located?
Chekapadu village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chekapadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Chekapadu is Neelabadi.
What is the pincode of Chekapadu?
The pincode of Chekapadu is 764027.
What is the population of Chekapadu?
Chekapadu had a total population of 217, including 102 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Chekapadu?
Chekapadu had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chekapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chekapadu was 25.41%. Male literacy was 29.27% and female literacy was 22.22%.