Chinavalara - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Chinavalara is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Pedavalda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chinavalara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chinavalara is 428834. The village covers a total geographical area of 176 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Chinavalara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chinavalara
As per Census 2011, Chinavalara village has a total population of 289 people, consisting of 134 males and 155 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,156 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15 literate and 274 illiterate residents. Additionally, 289 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chinavalara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 289 | 134 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 289 | 134 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 128 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Chinavalara
Chinavalara 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 Chinavalara
Public transport in the Chinavalara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Chinavalara is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Chinavalara is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chinavalara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chinavalara 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chinavalara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chinavalara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chinavalara
Where is Chinavalara located?
Chinavalara village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chinavalara?
The Gram Panchayat of Chinavalara is Pedavalda.
What is the pincode of Chinavalara?
The pincode of Chinavalara is 764027.
What is the population of Chinavalara?
Chinavalara has a total population of 289, including 134 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Chinavalara?
There are 56 households in Chinavalara.
What is the literacy rate in Chinavalara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinavalara is 5.19%. Male literacy is 4.48% and female literacy is 5.81%.