Chhakormal - Sonapur, Sonepur
Chhakormal is a village situated in the Sonapur tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Dunguripali and around 40 km from Subarnapur. Chhakormal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhakormal is 418958. The village covers a total geographical area of 151 hectares and falls under the 767023 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Chhakormal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhakormal
As per Census 2011, Chhakormal village has a total population of 361 people, consisting of 184 males and 177 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 197 literate and 164 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhakormal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 361 | 184 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 16 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 115 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 69 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Chhakormal
Chhakormal 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 Chhakormal
Chhakormal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Sonapur to Chhakormal is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Chhakormal is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhakormal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhakormal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chhakormal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhakormal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chhakormal
Where is Chhakormal located?
Chhakormal village is located in Sonapur Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhakormal?
Chhakormal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chhakormal?
The pincode of Chhakormal is 767023.
What is the population of Chhakormal?
Chhakormal has a total population of 361, including 184 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Chhakormal?
There are 88 households in Chhakormal.
What is the literacy rate in Chhakormal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhakormal is 54.57%. Male literacy is 62.50% and female literacy is 46.33%.