Chhotraipur - Udala, Mayurbhanj
Chhotraipur is a village situated in the Udala tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udala and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Khaladi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhotraipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhotraipur is 391058. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 757041 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Chhotraipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhotraipur
According to the 2011 Census, Chhotraipur village had a total population of 311 people, including 158 males and 153 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.64%, with male literacy at 74.64% and female literacy at 60.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 103.
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 | 311 | 158 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 54 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 103 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 55 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Chhotraipur
Chhotraipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dutikadeipur | North | 0.94 km |
| Teldihudi | East | 1.19 km |
| Raidandia | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Siripur | South | 1.36 km |
| Beguniadiha | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Rangamatia | North | 2.10 km |
| Ramchandrapur | South | 2.74 km |
| Prafullachandrapur | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Kochiladiha | East | 3.03 km |
| Nizkainsari | North-East | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhotraipur
Chhotraipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khantapara, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udala to Chhotraipur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Chhotraipur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhotraipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhotraipur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhotraipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhotraipur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chhotraipur
Where is Chhotraipur located?
Chhotraipur village is located in Udala Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhotraipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhotraipur is Khaladi.
What is the pincode of Chhotraipur?
The pincode of Chhotraipur is 757041.
What is the population of Chhotraipur?
Chhotraipur had a total population of 311, including 158 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Chhotraipur?
Chhotraipur had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhotraipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhotraipur was 67.64%. Male literacy was 74.64% and female literacy was 60.58%.