Chitipali - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Chitipali is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Bhanjanagar and around 117 km from Chatrapur. Sanakodanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitipali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitipali is 410579. The village covers a total geographical area of 349 hectares and falls under the 761126 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Chitipali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitipali
According to the 2011 Census, Chitipali village had a total population of 656 people, including 349 males and 307 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.26%, with male literacy at 62.42% and female literacy at 40.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 230.
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 | 656 | 349 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 230 | 118 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 191 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 158 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Chitipali
Chitipali 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 Chitipali
Chitipali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bhanjanagar to Chitipali is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Chitipali is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitipali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitipali 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chitipali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitipali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chitipali
Where is Chitipali located?
Chitipali village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chitipali?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitipali is Sanakodanda.
What is the pincode of Chitipali?
The pincode of Chitipali is 761126.
What is the population of Chitipali?
Chitipali had a total population of 656, including 349 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Chitipali?
Chitipali had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitipali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitipali was 52.26%. Male literacy was 62.42% and female literacy was 40.67%.