Chichia - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Chichia is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Chichia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chichia is 423896. The village covers a total geographical area of 565 hectares and falls under the 766029 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Chichia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chichia
As per Census 2011, Chichia village has a total population of 2,695 people, consisting of 1,374 males and 1,321 females. The village has 739 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 371 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,427 literate and 1,268 illiterate residents. Additionally, 699 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 91 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chichia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,695 | 1,374 | 1,321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 371 | 184 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 699 | 342 | 357 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 1,427 | 898 | 529 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,268 | 476 | 792 |
Nearby Villages of Chichia
Chichia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarasaguda | East | 1.73 km |
| Lakhurbhata | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Ghutia | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Panjia | South | 2.32 km |
| Dekote | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Temri | East | 2.99 km |
| Telipalas | South | 3.35 km |
| Khamarhaladi | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Tambachada | South-East | 3.55 km |
| Dumerguda | West | 4.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chichia
Chichia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Junagarh to Chichia is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Chichia is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chichia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chichia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chichia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chichia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chichia
Where is Chichia located?
Chichia village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chichia?
Chichia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chichia?
The pincode of Chichia is 766029.
What is the population of Chichia?
Chichia has a total population of 2,695, including 1,374 males and 1,321 females.
How many households are there in Chichia?
There are 739 households in Chichia.
What is the literacy rate in Chichia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chichia is 52.95%. Male literacy is 65.36% and female literacy is 40.05%.