Chingedisar - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Chingedisar is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Chingudisar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chingedisar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chingedisar is 423699. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 766015 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chingedisar 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 Chingedisar
According to the 2011 Census, Chingedisar village had a total population of 740 people, including 382 males and 358 females, living in 193 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.09%, with male literacy at 60.56% and female literacy at 26.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96.
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 | 740 | 382 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 60 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 195 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 187 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Chingedisar
Chingedisar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padiagada(padiagarh) | South | 1.02 km |
| Jharabandha | East | 1.27 km |
| Murlapadar | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Padiagaon | South | 1.59 km |
| Sahajakana | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Panigaon | North | 1.90 km |
| Puragaon | South | 2.19 km |
| Kuruguda | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Dumerbahal | South | 3.23 km |
| Kandhabramhaniguda | North-East | 3.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chingedisar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chingedisar. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Chingedisar is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Chingedisar is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chingedisar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chingedisar 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 Chingedisar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chingedisar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chingedisar
Where is Chingedisar located?
Chingedisar village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chingedisar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chingedisar is Chingudisar.
What is the pincode of Chingedisar?
The pincode of Chingedisar is 766015.
What is the population of Chingedisar?
Chingedisar had a total population of 740, including 382 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Chingedisar?
Chingedisar had 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chingedisar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chingedisar was 44.09%. Male literacy was 60.56% and female literacy was 26.64%.