Chhodaamba - Boipariguda, Koraput
Chhodaamba is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Dandabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhodaamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhodaamba is 429490. The village falls under the 764043 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Chhodaamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhodaamba
According to the 2011 Census, Chhodaamba village had a total population of 94 people, including 51 males and 43 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 843 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 2.94%, with male literacy at 2.94% and female literacy at 2.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 94.
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 | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 17 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 50 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Chhodaamba
Chhodaamba 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 Chhodaamba
Chhodaamba 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 >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 Jeypur to Chhodaamba is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Chhodaamba is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhodaamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhodaamba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhodaamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhodaamba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhodaamba
Where is Chhodaamba located?
Chhodaamba village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhodaamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhodaamba is Dandabadi.
What is the pincode of Chhodaamba?
The pincode of Chhodaamba is 764043.
What is the population of Chhodaamba?
Chhodaamba had a total population of 94, including 51 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Chhodaamba?
Chhodaamba had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhodaamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhodaamba was 2.94%. Male literacy was 2.94% and female literacy was 2.94%.