Chirkelguda - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Chirkelguda is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Th.rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chirkelguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chirkelguda is 424409. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Chirkelguda 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 Chirkelguda
According to the 2011 Census, Chirkelguda village had a total population of 71 people, including 39 males and 32 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 821 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.07%, with male literacy at 67.74% and female literacy at 17.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 71.
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 | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 21 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 18 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Chirkelguda
Chirkelguda 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 Chirkelguda
Chirkelguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bhawanipatna to Chirkelguda is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chirkelguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chirkelguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chirkelguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chirkelguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chirkelguda
Where is Chirkelguda located?
Chirkelguda village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chirkelguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chirkelguda is Th.rampur.
What is the pincode of Chirkelguda?
The pincode of Chirkelguda is 766037.
What is the population of Chirkelguda?
Chirkelguda had a total population of 71, including 39 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Chirkelguda?
Chirkelguda had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chirkelguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chirkelguda was 44.07%. Male literacy was 67.74% and female literacy was 17.86%.