Chalkhamba
Chalkhamba is a village located in Gunupur tehsil of Rayagada district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Gunupur (tehsildar office) and 83km away from district headquarter Rayagada . As per 2009 stats, Chalakamba is the gram panchayat of Chalkhamba village.
Chalkhamba has its own place in the vibrant Rayagada region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chalkhamba
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chalkhamba is 426759. The village spans a total geographical area of 376 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 765033. Gunupur is nearest town to Chalkhamba village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Chalkhamba
Population of Chalkhamba
Below is a concise population overview of Chalkhamba as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,739 | 849 | 890 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 121 | 111 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 364 | 194 | 170 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 759 | 338 | 421 |
Literate Population | 1,045 | 589 | 456 |
Illiterate Population | 694 | 260 | 434 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chalkhamba village:
- The total population of Chalkhamba village is around 1,739, including approximately 849 males and 890 females, with a sex ratio of 1048 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 232 children aged 0–6 years in Chalkhamba village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chalkhamba village has 364 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 759 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chalkhamba village is about 60.09%, with male literacy at 69.38% and female literacy at 51.24%.
- There are around 459 households in Chalkhamba village.
Connectivity of Chalkhamba
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chalkhamba. As per the 2011 stats, Chalkhamba had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chalkhamba
Knowing the nearby villages of Chalkhamba helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chalkhamba.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chalkhamba
- Where is Chalkhamba located?
- Chalkhamba village is situated in Gunupur Tehsil, within the Rayagada district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chalkhamba?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chalkhamba is Chalakamba (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chalkhamba?
- The pincode of Chalkhamba is 765033, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chalkhamba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chalkhamba is 1,739, with 849 males and 890 females.
- How many households are there in Chalkhamba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chalkhamba village has a total of 459 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chalkhamba as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chalkhamba is 60.09%. The male literacy rate is 69.38%, while the female literacy rate is 51.24%.