Chhatam - Rajagangapur, Sundargarh
Chhatam is a village situated in the Rajagangapur tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajagangapur and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Chhatam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhatam is 384245. The village covers a total geographical area of 461 hectares and falls under the 770017 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chhatam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhatam
According to the 2011 Census, Chhatam village had a total population of 1,225 people, including 584 males and 641 females, living in 251 households. The sex ratio was 1,098 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.62%, with male literacy at 82.99% and female literacy at 69.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,188.
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 | 1,225 | 584 | 641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 102 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,188 | 567 | 621 |
| Literate Population | 791 | 400 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 434 | 184 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Chhatam
Chhatam 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 Chhatam
Chhatam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajagangapur to Chhatam is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Chhatam is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhatam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhatam 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhatam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhatam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhatam
Where is Chhatam located?
Chhatam village is located in Rajagangapur Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhatam?
Chhatam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chhatam?
The pincode of Chhatam is 770017.
What is the population of Chhatam?
Chhatam had a total population of 1,225, including 584 males and 641 females.
How many households are there in Chhatam?
Chhatam had 251 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhatam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhatam was 75.62%. Male literacy was 82.99% and female literacy was 69.33%.