Chandaka
Chandaka is a village located in Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Pottangi (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Chandaka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chandaka unique in its vibrant Pottangi-Koraput region. You’ll see Chandaka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chandaka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chandaka is 430076. The village spans a total geographical area of 389 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764039. Jeypur is nearest town to Chandaka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
Google Map of Chandaka
Population of Chandaka
According to the 2011 Census, Chandaka has a total population of about 1,246, with approximately 587 males and 659 females. The sex ratio is around 1122 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 207 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 224 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 422. The overall literacy rate is approximately 28.33%, with male literacy at about 38.16% and female literacy near 19.58%. There are around 308 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chandaka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,246 | 587 | 659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 115 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 224 | 105 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 422 | 206 | 216 |
| Literate Population | 353 | 224 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 363 | 530 |
Connectivity of Chandaka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chandaka. As per the 2011 stats, Chandaka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chandaka
Knowing the nearby villages of Chandaka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chandaka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chandaka
- Where is Chandaka located?
- Chandaka village is situated in Pottangi Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chandaka?
- Chandaka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chandaka?
- The pincode of Chandaka is 764039, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chandaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chandaka is 1,246, with 587 males and 659 females.
- How many households are there in Chandaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chandaka village has a total of 308 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chandaka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chandaka is 28.33%. The male literacy rate is 38.16%, while the female literacy rate is 19.58%.