Churali - Satyabadi, Puri
Churali is a village situated in the Satyabadi tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satyabadi and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Alisha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Churali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churali is 409702. The village covers a total geographical area of 259 hectares and falls under the 752014 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Churali 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 Churali
As per Census 2011, Churali village has a total population of 640 people, consisting of 323 males and 317 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 481 literate and 159 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Churali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 640 | 323 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 42 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 481 | 254 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 69 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Churali
Churali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arihan | East | 1.15 km |
| Alisa | West | 1.21 km |
| Bhailpur | South | 1.56 km |
| Ola | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Alaguma | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Khandighar | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Antikera | East | 2.45 km |
| Benakera | East | 2.57 km |
| Gaudukera | South | 2.65 km |
| Sukala | West | 2.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Churali
Churali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sakhi Gopal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Churali is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Churali is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Churali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churali 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 Churali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churali 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 Churali
Where is Churali located?
Churali village is located in Satyabadi Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Churali?
The Gram Panchayat of Churali is Alisha.
What is the pincode of Churali?
The pincode of Churali is 752014.
What is the population of Churali?
Churali has a total population of 640, including 323 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Churali?
There are 136 households in Churali.
What is the literacy rate in Churali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churali is 75.16%. Male literacy is 78.64% and female literacy is 71.61%.