Chintaguda - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Chintaguda is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kumbhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chintaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chintaguda is 428747. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Chintaguda 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 Chintaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Chintaguda village had a total population of 244 people, including 110 males and 134 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,218 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.21%, with male literacy at 30.86% and female literacy at 29.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 244.
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 | 244 | 110 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 244 | 110 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 25 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 85 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Chintaguda
Chintaguda 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 Chintaguda
Chintaguda 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Chintaguda is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Chintaguda is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chintaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chintaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chintaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chintaguda 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 Chintaguda
Where is Chintaguda located?
Chintaguda village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chintaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chintaguda is Kumbhari.
What is the pincode of Chintaguda?
The pincode of Chintaguda is 764027.
What is the population of Chintaguda?
Chintaguda had a total population of 244, including 110 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Chintaguda?
Chintaguda had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chintaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chintaguda was 30.21%. Male literacy was 30.86% and female literacy was 29.73%.