Cherechankhol - Komna, Nuapada
Cherechankhol is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Michhapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cherechankhol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cherechankhol is 421867. The village covers a total geographical area of 161 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Cherechankhol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cherechankhol
According to the 2011 Census, Cherechankhol village had a total population of 136 people, including 65 males and 71 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,092 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.36%, with male literacy at 67.92% and female literacy at 44.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 136.
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 | 136 | 65 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 65 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 29 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Cherechankhol
Cherechankhol 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 Cherechankhol
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Cherechankhol. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Cherechankhol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Cherechankhol is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Cherechankhol is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cherechankhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cherechankhol 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Cherechankhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cherechankhol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Cherechankhol
Where is Cherechankhol located?
Cherechankhol village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Cherechankhol?
The Gram Panchayat of Cherechankhol is Michhapalli.
What is the pincode of Cherechankhol?
The pincode of Cherechankhol is 766106.
What is the population of Cherechankhol?
Cherechankhol had a total population of 136, including 65 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Cherechankhol?
Cherechankhol had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cherechankhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cherechankhol was 55.36%. Male literacy was 67.92% and female literacy was 44.07%.