Chahalapada - Bahalda, Mayurbhanj
Chahalapada is a village situated in the Bahalda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bahalda and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Asana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chahalapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chahalapada is 387534. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 757046 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Chahalapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chahalapada
According to the 2011 Census, Chahalapada village had a total population of 299 people, including 137 males and 162 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,182 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.70%, with male literacy at 64.76% and female literacy at 27.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 299.
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 | 299 | 137 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 299 | 137 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 68 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 69 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Chahalapada
Chahalapada 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 Chahalapada
Public transport in the Chahalapada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chahalapada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Chahalapada is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Chahalapada is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chahalapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chahalapada 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 Chahalapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chahalapada 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chahalapada
Where is Chahalapada located?
Chahalapada village is located in Bahalda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chahalapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Chahalapada is Asana.
What is the pincode of Chahalapada?
The pincode of Chahalapada is 757046.
What is the population of Chahalapada?
Chahalapada had a total population of 299, including 137 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Chahalapada?
Chahalapada had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chahalapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chahalapada was 43.70%. Male literacy was 64.76% and female literacy was 27.07%.