Cherka - Boipariguda, Koraput
Cherka is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Ch Erka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cherka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cherka is 429193. The village covers a total geographical area of 1354 hectares and falls under the 764043 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Cherka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Cherka
As per Census 2011, Cherka village has a total population of 2,007 people, consisting of 1,013 males and 994 females. The village has 468 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 379 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 454 literate and 1,553 illiterate residents. Additionally, 177 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,221 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cherka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,007 | 1,013 | 994 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 379 | 193 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 85 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,221 | 617 | 604 |
| Literate Population | 454 | 310 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,553 | 703 | 850 |
Nearby Villages of Cherka
Cherka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghiuriaguda | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Asana | North | 4.08 km |
| Kenduguda | South-East | 4.50 km |
| Baligan | South | 5.09 km |
| Gundala | East | 5.14 km |
| Andori | South | 5.28 km |
| Kandulguda | South-East | 5.30 km |
| Limma | North-East | 5.61 km |
| Bongaliguda | South-East | 6.00 km |
| Disariguda | South-East | 6.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Cherka
Public transport in the Cherka is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Charamula Kusum, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.1 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Cherka is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Cherka is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cherka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cherka 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Cherka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cherka 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Cherka
Where is Cherka located?
Cherka village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cherka?
The Gram Panchayat of Cherka is Ch Erka.
What is the pincode of Cherka?
The pincode of Cherka is 764043.
What is the population of Cherka?
Cherka has a total population of 2,007, including 1,013 males and 994 females.
How many households are there in Cherka?
There are 468 households in Cherka.
What is the literacy rate in Cherka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cherka is 22.62%. Male literacy is 30.60% and female literacy is 14.49%.