Chotodiput - Jeypore, Koraput
Chotodiput is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Gadapadara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chotodiput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chotodiput is 429035. The village covers a total geographical area of 178 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chotodiput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chotodiput
According to the 2011 Census, Chotodiput village had a total population of 600 people, including 302 males and 298 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.37%, with male literacy at 58.05% and female literacy at 34.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 128, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 435.
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 | 600 | 302 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 66 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 61 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 435 | 225 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 137 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 165 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Chotodiput
Chotodiput 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 Chotodiput
Public transport in the Chotodiput is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chotodiput.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Chotodiput is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Chotodiput is about 37 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 Chotodiput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chotodiput 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chotodiput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chotodiput village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chotodiput
Where is Chotodiput located?
Chotodiput village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chotodiput?
The Gram Panchayat of Chotodiput is Gadapadara.
What is the pincode of Chotodiput?
The pincode of Chotodiput is 764002.
What is the population of Chotodiput?
Chotodiput had a total population of 600, including 302 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Chotodiput?
Chotodiput had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chotodiput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chotodiput was 46.37%. Male literacy was 58.05% and female literacy was 34.48%.