Chandrapur - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Chandrapur is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chandrapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandrapur is 425037. The village covers a total geographical area of 631 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Chandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Chandrapur village had a total population of 2,963 people, including 1,506 males and 1,457 females, living in 577 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.53%, with male literacy at 77.00% and female literacy at 64.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 649, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 897.
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 | 2,963 | 1,506 | 1,457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 428 | 245 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 649 | 312 | 337 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 897 | 475 | 422 |
| Literate Population | 1,788 | 971 | 817 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,175 | 535 | 640 |
Nearby Villages of Chandrapur
Chandrapur 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 Chandrapur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chandrapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rayagada to Chandrapur is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Chandrapur is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandrapur
Where is Chandrapur located?
Chandrapur village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chandrapur?
Chandrapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandrapur?
The pincode of Chandrapur is 765020.
What is the population of Chandrapur?
Chandrapur had a total population of 2,963, including 1,506 males and 1,457 females.
How many households are there in Chandrapur?
Chandrapur had 577 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandrapur was 70.53%. Male literacy was 77.00% and female literacy was 64.13%.