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
As per Census 2011, Chakra village has a total population of 689 people, consisting of 346 males and 343 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 499 literate and 190 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 317 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chakra are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 689, including 346 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Chakra?
There are 160 households in Chakra.
What is the literacy rate in Chakra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakra is 72.42%. Male literacy is 79.77% and female literacy is 65.01%.