Chitalpata - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Chitalpata is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Muding serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitalpata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitalpata is 422648. The village covers a total geographical area of 274 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Chitalpata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitalpata
As per Census 2011, Chitalpata village has a total population of 558 people, consisting of 277 males and 281 females. The village has 157 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 326 literate and 232 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 234 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitalpata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 558 | 277 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 234 | 125 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 184 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 93 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Chitalpata
Chitalpata 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Terchapala | North | 1.40 km |
| Ekatara | East | 1.74 km |
| Ghodapokhari | South | 2.23 km |
| Muding | West | 2.36 km |
| Maskadandi | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Govindpur | North | 2.83 km |
| Duta | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Kachharpali | East | 3.30 km |
| Kusurla | North | 4.10 km |
| Karlabahali | North-West | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chitalpata
Chitalpata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rupra Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kesinga to Chitalpata is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Chitalpata is about 70 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 Chitalpata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitalpata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chitalpata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitalpata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chitalpata
Where is Chitalpata located?
Chitalpata village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitalpata?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitalpata is Muding.
What is the pincode of Chitalpata?
The pincode of Chitalpata is 766102.
What is the population of Chitalpata?
Chitalpata has a total population of 558, including 277 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Chitalpata?
There are 157 households in Chitalpata.
What is the literacy rate in Chitalpata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitalpata is 58.42%. Male literacy is 66.43% and female literacy is 50.53%.