Chandahandi - Chandahandi, Nabarangpur
Chandahandi is a village situated in the Chandahandi tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from Chandahandi and around 120 km from Nabarangapur . Chandahandi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandahandi is 427466. The village covers a total geographical area of 236 hectares and falls under the 764077 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Chandahandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandahandi
As per Census 2011, Chandahandi village has a total population of 2,329 people, consisting of 1,120 males and 1,209 females. The village has 528 households and a sex ratio of 1,079 females per 1,000 males. There are 323 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,479 literate and 850 illiterate residents. Additionally, 378 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 682 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandahandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,329 | 1,120 | 1,209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 143 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 378 | 188 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 682 | 292 | 390 |
| Literate Population | 1,479 | 828 | 651 |
| Illiterate Population | 850 | 292 | 558 |
Nearby Villages of Chandahandi
Chandahandi 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 Chandahandi
Chandahandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Chandahandi is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Chandahandi is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandahandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandahandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandahandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandahandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Chandahandi
Where is Chandahandi located?
Chandahandi village is located in Chandahandi Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandahandi?
Chandahandi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandahandi?
The pincode of Chandahandi is 764077.
What is the population of Chandahandi?
Chandahandi has a total population of 2,329, including 1,120 males and 1,209 females.
How many households are there in Chandahandi?
There are 528 households in Chandahandi.
What is the literacy rate in Chandahandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandahandi is 63.50%. Male literacy is 73.93% and female literacy is 53.85%.