Chatara - Machh Kund, Koraput
Chatara is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from Nandapur and around 47 km from Koraput. Dabuguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chatara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chatara is 429745. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 128 km away.
Chatara 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 Chatara
As per Census 2011, Chatara village has a total population of 137 people, consisting of 64 males and 73 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,140 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15 literate and 122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 100 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chatara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 137 | 64 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 48 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 53 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Chatara
Chatara 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 Chatara
Public transport in the Chatara 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 Chatara is about 128 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Chatara is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chatara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chatara 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 Chatara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chatara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chatara
Where is Chatara located?
Chatara village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chatara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chatara is Dabuguda.
What is the pincode of Chatara?
The pincode of Chatara is 764037.
What is the population of Chatara?
Chatara has a total population of 137, including 64 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Chatara?
There are 35 households in Chatara.
What is the literacy rate in Chatara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chatara is 10.95%. Male literacy is 17.19% and female literacy is 5.48%.