Chelligada - R.Udayagiri, Gajapati
Chelligada is a village situated in the R.Udayagiri tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from R.udaygiri and around 74 km from Paralakhemundi. Chelligada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chelligada is 414134. The village covers a total geographical area of 394 hectares and falls under the 761016 pincode. Parlakhemundi is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Chelligada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chelligada
As per Census 2011, Chelligada village has a total population of 2,758 people, consisting of 1,384 males and 1,374 females. The village has 576 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 299 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,644 literate and 1,114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 716 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chelligada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,758 | 1,384 | 1,374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 147 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 53 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 716 | 339 | 377 |
| Literate Population | 1,644 | 940 | 704 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,114 | 444 | 670 |
Nearby Villages of Chelligada
Chelligada 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 Chelligada
Chelligada 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 Parlakhemundi to Chelligada is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Chelligada is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chelligada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chelligada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chelligada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chelligada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chelligada
Where is Chelligada located?
Chelligada village is located in R.Udayagiri Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chelligada?
Chelligada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chelligada?
The pincode of Chelligada is 761016.
What is the population of Chelligada?
Chelligada has a total population of 2,758, including 1,384 males and 1,374 females.
How many households are there in Chelligada?
There are 576 households in Chelligada.
What is the literacy rate in Chelligada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chelligada is 59.61%. Male literacy is 67.92% and female literacy is 51.24%.