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
According to the 2011 Census, Chakaroda village had a total population of 308 people, including 155 males and 153 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.91%, with male literacy at 93.38% and female literacy at 90.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 308 | 155 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 308, including 155 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Chakaroda?
Chakaroda had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakaroda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakaroda was 91.91%. Male literacy was 93.38% and female literacy was 90.44%.