Chhamudia - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Chhamudia is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Chakidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhamudia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhamudia is 388392. The village covers a total geographical area of 365 hectares and falls under the 757034 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Chhamudia 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 Chhamudia
As per Census 2011, Chhamudia village has a total population of 428 people, consisting of 212 males and 216 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 260 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 250 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhamudia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 428 | 212 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 250 | 120 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 148 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 64 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Chhamudia
Chhamudia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Badaduma | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Bhanda | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Baliaban | North | 2.17 km |
| Jamukeswar | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Rahanda | South | 2.31 km |
| Chakidi | East | 2.33 km |
| Sanmaranda | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Gandirabeda | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Digposi | West | 2.68 km |
| Badamaranda | South-East | 3.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhamudia
Chhamudia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badampahar, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.0 km.
| 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 Chhamudia is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Chhamudia is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhamudia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhamudia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhamudia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhamudia 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chhamudia
Where is Chhamudia located?
Chhamudia village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhamudia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhamudia is Chakidi.
What is the pincode of Chhamudia?
The pincode of Chhamudia is 757034.
What is the population of Chhamudia?
Chhamudia has a total population of 428, including 212 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Chhamudia?
There are 97 households in Chhamudia.
What is the literacy rate in Chhamudia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhamudia is 60.75%. Male literacy is 69.81% and female literacy is 51.85%.