Choredhara - Koida, Sundargarh
Choredhara is a village situated in the Koida tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 33 km from Kamarposh Balang and around 189 km from Sundargarh. Chordhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Choredhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choredhara is 384743. The village covers a total geographical area of 1763 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Barbil is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Choredhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Choredhara
As per Census 2011, Choredhara village has a total population of 2,176 people, consisting of 1,090 males and 1,086 females. The village has 474 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 525 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 716 literate and 1,460 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,961 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Choredhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,176 | 1,090 | 1,086 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 525 | 267 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 10 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,961 | 988 | 973 |
| Literate Population | 716 | 446 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,460 | 644 | 816 |
Nearby Villages of Choredhara
Choredhara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Anteitola | South | 3.04 km |
| Gaganaposh | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Paramdihi | West | 3.64 km |
| Manchabeda | North | 3.76 km |
| Phatatangar | South | 4.40 km |
| Kudamusa | North-East | 5.39 km |
| Bimlagarh | North-West | 5.57 km |
| Pratappur | South-West | 5.64 km |
| Dalimdihi | North-West | 5.93 km |
| Tinko | South | 6.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Choredhara
Choredhara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bimlagarh Junction, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barbil to Choredhara is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Choredhara is about 189 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choredhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choredhara 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Choredhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choredhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Choredhara
Where is Choredhara located?
Choredhara village is located in Koida Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Choredhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Choredhara is Chordhara.
What is the pincode of Choredhara?
The pincode of Choredhara is 770040.
What is the population of Choredhara?
Choredhara has a total population of 2,176, including 1,090 males and 1,086 females.
How many households are there in Choredhara?
There are 474 households in Choredhara.
What is the literacy rate in Choredhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choredhara is 32.90%. Male literacy is 40.92% and female literacy is 24.86%.