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
According to the 2011 Census, Chantipali village had a total population of 1,183 people, including 583 males and 600 females, living in 305 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.66%, with male literacy at 83.50% and female literacy at 66.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 118, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 501.
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 | 1,183 | 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 had a total population of 1,183, including 583 males and 600 females.
How many households are there in Chantipali?
Chantipali had 305 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chantipali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chantipali was 74.66%. Male literacy was 83.50% and female literacy was 66.35%.