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
As per Census 2011, Chitamunda village has a total population of 1,651 people, consisting of 821 males and 830 females. The village has 456 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 286 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 627 literate and 1,024 illiterate residents. Additionally, 214 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitamunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,651 | 821 | 830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 143 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 110 | 104 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,651, including 821 males and 830 females.
How many households are there in Chitamunda?
There are 456 households in Chitamunda.
What is the literacy rate in Chitamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitamunda is 37.98%. Male literacy is 48.60% and female literacy is 27.47%.