Chakundakacha - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Chakundakacha is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 67 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 134 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Barehipani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakundakacha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakundakacha is 388542. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 757034 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Chakundakacha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakundakacha
As per Census 2011, Chakundakacha village has a total population of 53 people, consisting of 22 males and 31 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 1,409 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4 literate and 49 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chakundakacha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 53 | 22 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 21 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 20 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Chakundakacha
Chakundakacha 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 Chakundakacha
Public transport in the Chakundakacha 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 Karanjia to Chakundakacha is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Chakundakacha is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakundakacha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakundakacha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chakundakacha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakundakacha 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 Chakundakacha
Where is Chakundakacha located?
Chakundakacha village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakundakacha?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakundakacha is Barehipani.
What is the pincode of Chakundakacha?
The pincode of Chakundakacha is 757034.
What is the population of Chakundakacha?
Chakundakacha has a total population of 53, including 22 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Chakundakacha?
There are 13 households in Chakundakacha.
What is the literacy rate in Chakundakacha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakundakacha is 7.55%. Male literacy is 9.09% and female literacy is 6.45%.