Chormunda - Khaprakhol, Balangir
Chormunda is a village situated in the Khaprakhol tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khaprakhol and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Tankapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chormunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chormunda is 420746. The village covers a total geographical area of 316 hectares and falls under the 767028 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Chormunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chormunda
According to the 2011 Census, Chormunda village had a total population of 311 people, including 145 males and 166 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 1,145 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.02%, with male literacy at 55.12% and female literacy at 20.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 91, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 130.
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 | 311 | 145 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 18 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 59 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 70 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 75 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Chormunda
Chormunda 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 Chormunda
Chormunda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Kantabanji to Chormunda is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Chormunda is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chormunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chormunda 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 Chormunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chormunda 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 Chormunda
Where is Chormunda located?
Chormunda village is located in Khaprakhol Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chormunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chormunda is Tankapani.
What is the pincode of Chormunda?
The pincode of Chormunda is 767028.
What is the population of Chormunda?
Chormunda had a total population of 311, including 145 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Chormunda?
Chormunda had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chormunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chormunda was 37.02%. Male literacy was 55.12% and female literacy was 20.00%.