Chakidi - Bangiriposi, Mayurbhanj
Chakidi is a village situated in the Bangiriposi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bangiriposi and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Chakidi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakidi is 389617. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 757092 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Chakidi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakidi
According to the 2011 Census, Chakidi village had a total population of 152 people, including 75 males and 77 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.70%, with male literacy at 31.82% and female literacy at 7.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 147.
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 | 152 | 75 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 72 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 21 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 54 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Chakidi
Chakidi 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 Chakidi
Public transport in the Chakidi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Chakidi is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Chakidi is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakidi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakidi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chakidi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakidi 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 Chakidi
Where is Chakidi located?
Chakidi village is located in Bangiriposi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chakidi?
Chakidi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chakidi?
The pincode of Chakidi is 757092.
What is the population of Chakidi?
Chakidi had a total population of 152, including 75 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Chakidi?
Chakidi had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakidi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakidi was 19.70%. Male literacy was 31.82% and female literacy was 7.58%.