Chandikhaman - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Chandikhaman is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Gudugudia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandikhaman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandikhaman is 388611. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 757034 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Chandikhaman 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 Chandikhaman
As per Census 2011, Chandikhaman village has a total population of 197 people, consisting of 88 males and 109 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,238 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 40 literate and 157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 196 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandikhaman are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 197 | 88 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 196 | 88 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 65 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Chandikhaman
Chandikhaman 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 Chandikhaman
Public transport in the Chandikhaman is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Chandikhaman is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Chandikhaman is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandikhaman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandikhaman 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 Chandikhaman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandikhaman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chandikhaman
Where is Chandikhaman located?
Chandikhaman village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandikhaman?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandikhaman is Gudugudia.
What is the pincode of Chandikhaman?
The pincode of Chandikhaman is 757034.
What is the population of Chandikhaman?
Chandikhaman has a total population of 197, including 88 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Chandikhaman?
There are 36 households in Chandikhaman.
What is the literacy rate in Chandikhaman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandikhaman is 20.30%. Male literacy is 26.14% and female literacy is 15.60%.