Chiched - Kantamal, Boudh
Chiched is a village situated in the Kantamal tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Kantamal and around 80 km from Baudh. Kantamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chiched village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chiched is 417756. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 762017 pincode. Tarbha is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Chiched village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantamal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Chiched
Chiched 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Udepur | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Dangapala | East | 1.73 km |
| Malikud | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Dumalpali | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Kanikupa | North | 2.61 km |
| Kinikupa | North | 2.91 km |
| Similijore | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Bhurad | West | 3.10 km |
| Kalarakotha | North | 3.48 km |
| Gadiajore | North-East | 3.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chiched
Public transport in the Chiched is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balangir, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarbha to Chiched is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Chiched is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chiched
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chiched 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chiched
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chiched village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chiched
Where is Chiched located?
Chiched village is located in Kantamal Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chiched?
The Gram Panchayat of Chiched is Kantamal.
What is the pincode of Chiched?
The pincode of Chiched is 762017.