Chatakpur - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Chatakpur is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kuchedega serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chatakpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chatakpur is 383535. The village covers a total geographical area of 238 hectares and falls under the 770024 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Chatakpur 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 Chatakpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chatakpur village had a total population of 301 people, including 152 males and 149 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.94%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 60.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
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 | 301 | 152 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 99 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 53 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Chatakpur
Chatakpur 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 Chatakpur
Public transport in the Chatakpur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Chatakpur is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chatakpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chatakpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chatakpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chatakpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chatakpur
Where is Chatakpur located?
Chatakpur village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chatakpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chatakpur is Kuchedega.
What is the pincode of Chatakpur?
The pincode of Chatakpur is 770024.
What is the population of Chatakpur?
Chatakpur had a total population of 301, including 152 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Chatakpur?
Chatakpur had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chatakpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chatakpur was 67.94%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 60.77%.