Chitamunda - Kokasara, Kalahandi
Chitamunda is a village situated in the Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokasara and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Dalguma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitamunda is 424040. The village covers a total geographical area of 344 hectares and falls under the 766017 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Chitamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitamunda
According to the 2011 Census, Chitamunda village had a total population of 1,651 people, including 821 males and 830 females, living in 456 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.93%, with male literacy at 58.85% and female literacy at 33.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 214.
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 | 1,651 | 821 | 830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 143 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 110 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 627 | 399 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,024 | 422 | 602 |
Nearby Villages of Chitamunda
Chitamunda 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 Chitamunda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chitamunda. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chitamunda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Chitamunda is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Chitamunda is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitamunda 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 Chitamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitamunda 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 Chitamunda
Where is Chitamunda located?
Chitamunda village is located in Kokasara Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chitamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitamunda is Dalguma.
What is the pincode of Chitamunda?
The pincode of Chitamunda is 766017.
What is the population of Chitamunda?
Chitamunda had a total population of 1,651, including 821 males and 830 females.
How many households are there in Chitamunda?
Chitamunda had 456 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitamunda was 45.93%. Male literacy was 58.85% and female literacy was 33.19%.