Chhatahar - Nimapada, Puri
Chhatahar is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Chanrapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhatahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhatahar is 408894. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 752114 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chhatahar 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 Chhatahar
As per Census 2011, Chhatahar village has a total population of 622 people, consisting of 303 males and 319 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 488 literate and 134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhatahar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 622 | 303 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 29 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 37 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 488 | 256 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 47 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Chhatahar
Chhatahar 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 Chhatahar
Chhatahar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Chhatahar is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Chhatahar is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhatahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhatahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhatahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhatahar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhatahar
Where is Chhatahar located?
Chhatahar village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhatahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhatahar is Chanrapada.
What is the pincode of Chhatahar?
The pincode of Chhatahar is 752114.
What is the population of Chhatahar?
Chhatahar has a total population of 622, including 303 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Chhatahar?
There are 155 households in Chhatahar.
What is the literacy rate in Chhatahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhatahar is 78.46%. Male literacy is 84.49% and female literacy is 72.73%.