Chakaroda - Nimapada, Puri
Chakaroda is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Chhanijanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakaroda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakaroda is 409012. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 752110 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Chakaroda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakaroda
As per Census 2011, Chakaroda village has a total population of 308 people, consisting of 155 males and 153 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 250 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chakaroda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 308 | 155 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 127 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 28 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Chakaroda
Chakaroda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tampalo | South-West | 0.86 km |
| Alakunda | East | 0.88 km |
| Palasri | South | 1.20 km |
| Begunia | North | 1.40 km |
| Basantapur | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Iswarjanga | South | 1.47 km |
| Chhanijanga | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Sudarekha | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Tuansahi | West | 1.76 km |
| Khorada | East | 1.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chakaroda
Chakaroda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bir Purushottampur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.7 km.
| 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 Chakaroda is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Chakaroda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakaroda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakaroda 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chakaroda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakaroda 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 Chakaroda
Where is Chakaroda located?
Chakaroda village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakaroda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakaroda is Chhanijanga.
What is the pincode of Chakaroda?
The pincode of Chakaroda is 752110.
What is the population of Chakaroda?
Chakaroda has a total population of 308, including 155 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Chakaroda?
There are 74 households in Chakaroda.
What is the literacy rate in Chakaroda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakaroda is 81.17%. Male literacy is 81.94% and female literacy is 80.39%.