Chandapada - Kanas, Puri
Chandapada is a village situated in the Kanas tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Satyabadi and around 32 km from Puri. Kanas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandapada is 409559. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 752017 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Chandapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satyabadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandapada
According to the 2011 Census, Chandapada village had a total population of 435 people, including 229 males and 206 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.96%, with male literacy at 97.55% and female literacy at 96.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 435 | 229 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 25 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 199 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 30 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Chandapada
Chandapada 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 Chandapada
Public transport in the Chandapada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chandapada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Chandapada is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Chandapada is about 32 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 Chandapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chandapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chandapada
Where is Chandapada located?
Chandapada village is located in Kanas Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandapada is Kanas.
What is the pincode of Chandapada?
The pincode of Chandapada is 752017.
What is the population of Chandapada?
Chandapada had a total population of 435, including 229 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Chandapada?
Chandapada had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandapada was 96.96%. Male literacy was 97.55% and female literacy was 96.34%.