Chachiguda - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Chachiguda is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Ainabhata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chachiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chachiguda is 424175. The village covers a total geographical area of 425 hectares and falls under the 766018 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Chachiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chachiguda
As per Census 2011, Chachiguda village has a total population of 1,364 people, consisting of 679 males and 685 females. The village has 381 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 580 literate and 784 illiterate residents. Additionally, 397 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 731 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chachiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,364 | 679 | 685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 124 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 397 | 194 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 731 | 367 | 364 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 350 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 784 | 329 | 455 |
Nearby Villages of Chachiguda
Chachiguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anlabhata | West | 1.67 km |
| Sagjor | South | 1.86 km |
| Kumjor | North | 2.54 km |
| Kuchagaon | East | 2.79 km |
| Sargiguda | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Kukudi | West | 3.10 km |
| Podakhol | West | 4.27 km |
| Ekataguda | South-East | 4.35 km |
| Jariguma | South-West | 4.39 km |
| Pujhariguda | North-West | 4.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chachiguda
Chachiguda 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 Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.1 km.
| 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 Junagarh to Chachiguda is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Chachiguda is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chachiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chachiguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chachiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chachiguda 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 Chachiguda
Where is Chachiguda located?
Chachiguda village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chachiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chachiguda is Ainabhata.
What is the pincode of Chachiguda?
The pincode of Chachiguda is 766018.
What is the population of Chachiguda?
Chachiguda has a total population of 1,364, including 679 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Chachiguda?
There are 381 households in Chachiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Chachiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chachiguda is 42.52%. Male literacy is 51.55% and female literacy is 33.58%.