Chadkata - Shamakhunta, Mayurbhanj

Chadkata is a village situated in the Shamakhunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Koliana and around 25 km from Baripada. Kalapathar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chadkata village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Chadkata is 389321. The village covers a total geographical area of 213 hectares and falls under the 757030 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.

Chadkata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangriposi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Chadkata

According to the 2011 Census, Chadkata village had a total population of 559 people, including 274 males and 285 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.32%, with male literacy at 62.05% and female literacy at 33.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 531.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Chadkata

Chadkata 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Chadkata

Chadkata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kuchai, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.8 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Chadkata is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Chadkata is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Chadkata

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chadkata village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Chadkata

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chadkata village are given below:

FAQs about Chadkata