Chauthia - Karanjia, Mayurbhanj
Chauthia is a village situated in the Karanjia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanjia and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Badadeuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauthia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauthia is 388846. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 757037 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chauthia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chauthia
According to the 2011 Census, Chauthia village had a total population of 203 people, including 106 males and 97 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.86%, with male literacy at 77.53% and female literacy at 55.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 153.
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 | 203 | 106 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 153 | 83 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 69 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 37 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Chauthia
Chauthia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhanra | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Kerkera | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Bhadubeda | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Bhanraposi | South | 2.15 km |
| Badasarai | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Badadeuli | South | 2.64 km |
| Sarangagad | North | 3.27 km |
| Hatidandi | East | 3.29 km |
| Pingu | West | 3.41 km |
| Satakiari | North-West | 3.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chauthia
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chauthia. The nearest railway station is Kendujhargarh, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Chauthia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Chauthia is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chauthia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauthia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chauthia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chauthia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chauthia
Where is Chauthia located?
Chauthia village is located in Karanjia Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chauthia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauthia is Badadeuli.
What is the pincode of Chauthia?
The pincode of Chauthia is 757037.
What is the population of Chauthia?
Chauthia had a total population of 203, including 106 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Chauthia?
Chauthia had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauthia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauthia was 66.86%. Male literacy was 77.53% and female literacy was 55.00%.