Champia - Boriguma, Koraput
Champia is a village situated in the Boriguma tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boriguma and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Malda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Champia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Champia is 428218. The village covers a total geographical area of 686 hectares and falls under the 764056 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Champia 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 Champia
As per Census 2011, Champia village has a total population of 1,159 people, consisting of 587 males and 572 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 470 literate and 689 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 580 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Champia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,159 | 587 | 572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 96 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 57 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 580 | 299 | 281 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 291 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 689 | 296 | 393 |
Nearby Villages of Champia
Champia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Badaparia | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Mahuli | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Malda | South | 2.62 km |
| Sankarada | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Kerkenda | West | 3.14 km |
| Kaliaguda | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Porsola | North | 3.57 km |
| Majhia | East | 3.74 km |
| Dengapadar | North-West | 3.76 km |
| Patigan | North-West | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Champia
Champia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Khadapa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.2 km.
| 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 Sunabeda to Champia is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Champia is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Champia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Champia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Champia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Champia 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Champia
Where is Champia located?
Champia village is located in Boriguma Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Champia?
The Gram Panchayat of Champia is Malda.
What is the pincode of Champia?
The pincode of Champia is 764056.
What is the population of Champia?
Champia has a total population of 1,159, including 587 males and 572 females.
How many households are there in Champia?
There are 262 households in Champia.
What is the literacy rate in Champia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Champia is 40.55%. Male literacy is 49.57% and female literacy is 31.29%.