Chotaraipur - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Chotaraipur is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Basudebapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chotaraipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chotaraipur is 412765. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 761012 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Chotaraipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chotaraipur
As per Census 2011, Chotaraipur village has a total population of 567 people, consisting of 256 males and 311 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 1,214 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 297 literate and 270 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chotaraipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 567 | 256 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 26 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 171 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 85 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Chotaraipur
Chotaraipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gopalpur | East | 1.15 km |
| Basudevpur | South | 1.15 km |
| Pitambarapursasana | North | 1.46 km |
| Jakarapalli | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Khajuripalli | South | 2.01 km |
| Gokarnapur | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Narasinghapur | West | 2.39 km |
| Dankari | East | 2.52 km |
| Gudarikandha | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Sidheswar | North-East | 3.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chotaraipur
Chotaraipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 125.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Chotaraipur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Chotaraipur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chotaraipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chotaraipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chotaraipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chotaraipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chotaraipur
Where is Chotaraipur located?
Chotaraipur village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chotaraipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chotaraipur is Basudebapur.
What is the pincode of Chotaraipur?
The pincode of Chotaraipur is 761012.
What is the population of Chotaraipur?
Chotaraipur has a total population of 567, including 256 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Chotaraipur?
There are 151 households in Chotaraipur.
What is the literacy rate in Chotaraipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chotaraipur is 52.38%. Male literacy is 66.80% and female literacy is 40.51%.