Chichinda - Sohela, Bargarh
Chichinda is a village situated in the Sohela tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sohela and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Bausenmura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chichinda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chichinda is 380264. The village covers a total geographical area of 642 hectares and falls under the 768033 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Chichinda 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 Chichinda
According to the 2011 Census, Chichinda village had a total population of 1,841 people, including 936 males and 905 females, living in 518 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.74%, with male literacy at 89.09% and female literacy at 72.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 317, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 294.
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 | 1,841 | 936 | 905 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 102 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 317 | 158 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 294 | 138 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 1,333 | 743 | 590 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 193 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Chichinda
Chichinda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Haldipali | North | 2.15 km |
| Dhusarbahal | West | 2.43 km |
| Hirapali | East | 2.43 km |
| Baunsenmura | South | 2.56 km |
| Garbhana | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Piplipali | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Ichhapali | West | 3.83 km |
| Sadhupali | South | 4.20 km |
| Panimora | South-East | 4.75 km |
| Lambrupali | West | 5.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chichinda
Chichinda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Barpali, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.6 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 Bargarh to Chichinda is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chichinda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chichinda 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 Chichinda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chichinda 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 Chichinda
Where is Chichinda located?
Chichinda village is located in Sohela Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chichinda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chichinda is Bausenmura.
What is the pincode of Chichinda?
The pincode of Chichinda is 768033.
What is the population of Chichinda?
Chichinda had a total population of 1,841, including 936 males and 905 females.
How many households are there in Chichinda?
Chichinda had 518 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chichinda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chichinda was 80.74%. Male literacy was 89.09% and female literacy was 72.22%.