Chhatiana - Astaranga, Puri
Chhatiana is a village situated in the Astaranga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Astaranga and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Saripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhatiana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhatiana is 409233. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 752109 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Chhatiana 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 Chhatiana
According to the 2011 Census, Chhatiana village had a total population of 479 people, including 248 males and 231 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.81%, with male literacy at 93.30% and female literacy at 75.49%.
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 | 479 | 248 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 209 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 39 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Chhatiana
Chhatiana 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 Chhatiana
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chhatiana.
| 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 Nimapada to Chhatiana is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Chhatiana is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhatiana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhatiana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhatiana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhatiana 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chhatiana
Where is Chhatiana located?
Chhatiana village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhatiana?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhatiana is Saripur.
What is the pincode of Chhatiana?
The pincode of Chhatiana is 752109.
What is the population of Chhatiana?
Chhatiana had a total population of 479, including 248 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Chhatiana?
Chhatiana had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhatiana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhatiana was 84.81%. Male literacy was 93.30% and female literacy was 75.49%.