Chandrapur - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Chandrapur is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Topria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandrapur is 383533. The village covers a total geographical area of 112 hectares and falls under the 770024 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Chandrapur 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 Chandrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Chandrapur village had a total population of 354 people, including 193 males and 161 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 834 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.10%, with male literacy at 96.51% and female literacy at 91.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 150.
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 | 354 | 193 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 21 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 81 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 166 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 27 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Chandrapur
Chandrapur 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 Chandrapur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Chandrapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chandrapur is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandrapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandrapur
Where is Chandrapur located?
Chandrapur village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandrapur is Topria.
What is the pincode of Chandrapur?
The pincode of Chandrapur is 770024.
What is the population of Chandrapur?
Chandrapur had a total population of 354, including 193 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Chandrapur?
Chandrapur had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandrapur was 94.10%. Male literacy was 96.51% and female literacy was 91.33%.