Chakrakalanga - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Chakrakalanga is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sikarpai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakrakalanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakrakalanga is 425685. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 765017 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Chakrakalanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakrakalanga
According to the 2011 Census, Chakrakalanga village had a total population of 109 people, including 48 males and 61 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,271 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 2.33%, with male literacy at 2.94% and female literacy at 1.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 109.
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 | 109 | 48 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 48 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 47 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Chakrakalanga
Chakrakalanga 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 Chakrakalanga
Chakrakalanga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chakrakalanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Chakrakalanga is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Chakrakalanga is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakrakalanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakrakalanga 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 Chakrakalanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakrakalanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chakrakalanga
Where is Chakrakalanga located?
Chakrakalanga village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chakrakalanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakrakalanga is Sikarpai.
What is the pincode of Chakrakalanga?
The pincode of Chakrakalanga is 765017.
What is the population of Chakrakalanga?
Chakrakalanga had a total population of 109, including 48 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Chakrakalanga?
Chakrakalanga had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakrakalanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakrakalanga was 2.33%. Male literacy was 2.94% and female literacy was 1.92%.