Chakarpada - Astaranga, Puri
Chakarpada is a village situated in the Astaranga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Astaranga and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Manduki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakarpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakarpada is 409238. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 752109 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Chakarpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakarpada
As per Census 2011, Chakarpada village has a total population of 406 people, consisting of 203 males and 203 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 362 literate and 44 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chakarpada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 406 | 203 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 362 | 188 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 15 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Chakarpada
Chakarpada 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 Chakarpada
Chakarpada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Nimapada to Chakarpada is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Chakarpada is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakarpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakarpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chakarpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakarpada 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chakarpada
Where is Chakarpada located?
Chakarpada village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakarpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakarpada is Manduki.
What is the pincode of Chakarpada?
The pincode of Chakarpada is 752109.
What is the population of Chakarpada?
Chakarpada has a total population of 406, including 203 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Chakarpada?
There are 89 households in Chakarpada.
What is the literacy rate in Chakarpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakarpada is 89.16%. Male literacy is 92.61% and female literacy is 85.71%.