Chicholi - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Chicholi is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Bhukta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chicholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chicholi is 380799. The village covers a total geographical area of 533 hectares and falls under the 768031 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Chicholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chicholi
As per Census 2011, Chicholi village has a total population of 2,097 people, consisting of 1,051 males and 1,046 females. The village has 487 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,417 literate and 680 illiterate residents. Additionally, 477 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 195 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chicholi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,097 | 1,051 | 1,046 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 122 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 477 | 236 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 93 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 1,417 | 798 | 619 |
| Illiterate Population | 680 | 253 | 427 |
Nearby Villages of Chicholi
Chicholi 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 Chicholi
Chicholi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bargarh to Chicholi is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chicholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chicholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chicholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chicholi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chicholi
Where is Chicholi located?
Chicholi village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chicholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chicholi is Bhukta.
What is the pincode of Chicholi?
The pincode of Chicholi is 768031.
What is the population of Chicholi?
Chicholi has a total population of 2,097, including 1,051 males and 1,046 females.
How many households are there in Chicholi?
There are 487 households in Chicholi.
What is the literacy rate in Chicholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chicholi is 67.57%. Male literacy is 75.93% and female literacy is 59.18%.