Chemerda - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Chemerda is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naktideul and around 142 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Salebhata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chemerda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chemerda is 382554. The village covers a total geographical area of 191 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Chemerda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chemerda
According to the 2011 Census, Chemerda village had a total population of 212 people, including 108 males and 104 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.04%, with male literacy at 76.92% and female literacy at 56.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 63.
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 | 212 | 108 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 52 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 70 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 38 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Chemerda
Chemerda 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 Chemerda
Chemerda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Chemerda is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Chemerda is about 142 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chemerda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chemerda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chemerda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chemerda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chemerda
Where is Chemerda located?
Chemerda village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chemerda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chemerda is Salebhata.
What is the pincode of Chemerda?
The pincode of Chemerda is 768106.
What is the population of Chemerda?
Chemerda had a total population of 212, including 108 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Chemerda?
Chemerda had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chemerda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chemerda was 67.04%. Male literacy was 76.92% and female literacy was 56.82%.