Chhotarapur - Kakatpur, Puri
Chhotarapur is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kakatpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Kundhei serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhotarapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhotarapur is 409157. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 752118 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chhotarapur 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 Chhotarapur
As per Census 2011, Chhotarapur village has a total population of 770 people, consisting of 413 males and 357 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 577 literate and 193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhotarapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 770 | 413 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 59 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 577 | 340 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 73 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Chhotarapur
Chhotarapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Haridaspur | North-East | 0.89 km |
| Naruasankareswar | South | 1.14 km |
| Tarat | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Kundhei | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Jaleswarpada | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Bajapur | East | 1.78 km |
| Deuli | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Naranpur | North | 1.85 km |
| Kurujanga | South | 1.98 km |
| Sriramapur | North-East | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhotarapur
Chhotarapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Chhotarapur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Chhotarapur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhotarapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhotarapur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhotarapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhotarapur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chhotarapur
Where is Chhotarapur located?
Chhotarapur village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhotarapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhotarapur is Kundhei.
What is the pincode of Chhotarapur?
The pincode of Chhotarapur is 752118.
What is the population of Chhotarapur?
Chhotarapur has a total population of 770, including 413 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Chhotarapur?
There are 202 households in Chhotarapur.
What is the literacy rate in Chhotarapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhotarapur is 74.94%. Male literacy is 82.32% and female literacy is 66.39%.