Chitalpur - Balipatna, Khordha
Chitalpur is a village situated in the Balipatna tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balipatna and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Somanasasan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitalpur is 407674. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 752102 pincode. Pipili is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chitalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jayadev Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chitalpur village had a total population of 780 people, including 405 males and 375 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.70%, with male literacy at 94.31% and female literacy at 82.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 144.
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 | 780 | 405 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 36 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 78 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 636 | 348 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 57 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Chitalpur
Chitalpur 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 Chitalpur
Chitalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chitalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pipili to Chitalpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Chitalpur is about 30 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 Chitalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitalpur 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 Chitalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitalpur 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 Chitalpur
Where is Chitalpur located?
Chitalpur village is located in Balipatna Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chitalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitalpur is Somanasasan.
What is the pincode of Chitalpur?
The pincode of Chitalpur is 752102.
What is the population of Chitalpur?
Chitalpur had a total population of 780, including 405 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Chitalpur?
Chitalpur had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitalpur was 88.70%. Male literacy was 94.31% and female literacy was 82.76%.