Chilisanka - Lakshmipur, Koraput
Chilisanka is a village situated in the Lakshmipur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakshmipur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Burja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chilisanka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chilisanka is 428517. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 765013 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Chilisanka 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 Chilisanka
As per Census 2011, Chilisanka village has a total population of 393 people, consisting of 197 males and 196 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 97 literate and 296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 384 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chilisanka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 393 | 197 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 34 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 384 | 191 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 75 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 122 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Chilisanka
Chilisanka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koijhankar | North | 1.52 km |
| Bhitaraguda | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Luduriput | North | 2.19 km |
| Karagura | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Bandikar | South | 2.54 km |
| Khalakana | North | 3.11 km |
| Minapai | East | 3.57 km |
| Kotrakana | South | 3.78 km |
| Punjisil | South-West | 4.33 km |
| Kanapai | North-East | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chilisanka
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chilisanka. The nearest railway station is Laxmipur Road, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sunabeda to Chilisanka is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Chilisanka is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chilisanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chilisanka 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chilisanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chilisanka 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 Chilisanka
Where is Chilisanka located?
Chilisanka village is located in Lakshmipur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chilisanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Chilisanka is Burja.
What is the pincode of Chilisanka?
The pincode of Chilisanka is 765013.
What is the population of Chilisanka?
Chilisanka has a total population of 393, including 197 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Chilisanka?
There are 88 households in Chilisanka.
What is the literacy rate in Chilisanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilisanka is 24.68%. Male literacy is 38.07% and female literacy is 11.22%.