Chaulkanti - Dasamantapur, Koraput
Chaulkanti is a village situated in the Dasamantapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasamantapur and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Dasmanthpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaulkanti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaulkanti is 428438. The village covers a total geographical area of 1264 hectares and falls under the 764028 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Chaulkanti 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 Chaulkanti
As per Census 2011, Chaulkanti village has a total population of 1,439 people, consisting of 678 males and 761 females. The village has 349 households and a sex ratio of 1,122 females per 1,000 males. There are 277 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 514 literate and 925 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,001 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaulkanti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,439 | 678 | 761 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 143 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,001 | 457 | 544 |
| Literate Population | 514 | 334 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 925 | 344 | 581 |
Nearby Villages of Chaulkanti
Chaulkanti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sukraput | South | 1.90 km |
| Gambhariguda | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Maruar | West | 2.30 km |
| Chandijaniguda(chindrijodi) | North | 2.71 km |
| Gulimusha | South | 2.97 km |
| Kirambo | North | 3.43 km |
| Goudakanti | South-East | 3.65 km |
| Dasamantapur | East | 3.79 km |
| Karkar | East | 3.82 km |
| Panjaraput | South | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chaulkanti
Chaulkanti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kakirigumma, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Chaulkanti is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Chaulkanti is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaulkanti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaulkanti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chaulkanti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaulkanti 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 Chaulkanti
Where is Chaulkanti located?
Chaulkanti village is located in Dasamantapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaulkanti?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaulkanti is Dasmanthpur.
What is the pincode of Chaulkanti?
The pincode of Chaulkanti is 764028.
What is the population of Chaulkanti?
Chaulkanti has a total population of 1,439, including 678 males and 761 females.
How many households are there in Chaulkanti?
There are 349 households in Chaulkanti.
What is the literacy rate in Chaulkanti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaulkanti is 35.72%. Male literacy is 49.26% and female literacy is 23.65%.