Chandrakota - Delanga, Puri
Chandrakota is a village situated in the Delanga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Delanga and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Jenapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandrakota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandrakota is 408664. The village covers a total geographical area of 6 hectares and falls under the 752046 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chandrakota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandrakota
As per Census 2011, Chandrakota village has a total population of 165 people, consisting of 84 males and 81 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 147 literate and 18 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandrakota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 165 | 84 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 1 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 80 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 4 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Chandrakota
Chandrakota 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 Chandrakota
Chandrakota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chandrakota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Chandrakota is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Chandrakota is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandrakota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandrakota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chandrakota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandrakota 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 Chandrakota
Where is Chandrakota located?
Chandrakota village is located in Delanga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandrakota?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandrakota is Jenapur.
What is the pincode of Chandrakota?
The pincode of Chandrakota is 752046.
What is the population of Chandrakota?
Chandrakota has a total population of 165, including 84 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Chandrakota?
There are 42 households in Chandrakota.
What is the literacy rate in Chandrakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandrakota is 89.09%. Male literacy is 95.24% and female literacy is 82.72%.