Chantipali - Gaisilet, Bargarh
Chantipali is a village situated in the Gaisilet tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaisilet and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Chantiapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chantipali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chantipali is 380061. The village covers a total geographical area of 396 hectares and falls under the 768037 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Chantipali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chantipali
As per Census 2011, Chantipali village has a total population of 1,183 people, consisting of 583 males and 600 females. The village has 305 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 766 literate and 417 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 501 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chantipali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,183 | 583 | 600 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 86 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 64 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 501 | 253 | 248 |
| Literate Population | 766 | 415 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 417 | 168 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Chantipali
Chantipali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhundubahal | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Malamunda | West | 2.34 km |
| Jadaganjia | North | 2.82 km |
| Kanthipali | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Kermeli | North-West | 3.45 km |
| Jamutpali | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Patrapali | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Mundapali | North-East | 3.85 km |
| Jogimatha | South | 4.09 km |
| Baigankhari | East | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chantipali
Public transport in the Chantipali is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khalipali, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.6 km.
| 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 Padmapur to Chantipali is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Chantipali is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chantipali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chantipali 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chantipali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chantipali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chantipali
Where is Chantipali located?
Chantipali village is located in Gaisilet Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chantipali?
The Gram Panchayat of Chantipali is Chantiapali.
What is the pincode of Chantipali?
The pincode of Chantipali is 768037.
What is the population of Chantipali?
Chantipali has a total population of 1,183, including 583 males and 600 females.
How many households are there in Chantipali?
There are 305 households in Chantipali.
What is the literacy rate in Chantipali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chantipali is 64.75%. Male literacy is 71.18% and female literacy is 58.50%.