Chakra - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Chakra is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Garjanjore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakra is 383500. The village covers a total geographical area of 145 hectares and falls under the 770024 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Chakra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundargarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Chakra
According to the 2011 Census, Chakra village had a total population of 689 people, including 346 males and 343 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.23%, with male literacy at 87.34% and female literacy at 72.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 317.
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 | 689 | 346 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 30 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 317 | 157 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 499 | 276 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 70 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Chakra
Chakra 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 Chakra
Public transport in the Chakra is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Chakra is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chakra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chakra
Where is Chakra located?
Chakra village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakra?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakra is Garjanjore.
What is the pincode of Chakra?
The pincode of Chakra is 770024.
What is the population of Chakra?
Chakra had a total population of 689, including 346 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Chakra?
Chakra had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakra was 80.23%. Male literacy was 87.34% and female literacy was 72.88%.