Chheliamunda - Nandapur, Koraput
Chheliamunda is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Malibelgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chheliamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chheliamunda is 429810. The village covers a total geographical area of 691 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Chheliamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chheliamunda
As per Census 2011, Chheliamunda village has a total population of 600 people, consisting of 285 males and 315 females. The village has 180 households and a sex ratio of 1,105 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 173 literate and 427 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 401 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chheliamunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 600 | 285 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 67 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 401 | 190 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 133 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 427 | 152 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Chheliamunda
Chheliamunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandalmunda | North | 1.67 km |
| Mahulaput | East | 2.05 km |
| Mesingput | West | 2.51 km |
| Sisaput | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Bodapoda | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Saunipujariput | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Dandaguru | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Jantaput | South | 3.26 km |
| Godiput | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Arna | North | 3.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chheliamunda
Public transport in the Chheliamunda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Machhakunda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.4 km.
| 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 Chheliamunda is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Chheliamunda is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chheliamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chheliamunda 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 Chheliamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chheliamunda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chheliamunda
Where is Chheliamunda located?
Chheliamunda village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chheliamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chheliamunda is Malibelgaon.
What is the pincode of Chheliamunda?
The pincode of Chheliamunda is 764037.
What is the population of Chheliamunda?
Chheliamunda has a total population of 600, including 285 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Chheliamunda?
There are 180 households in Chheliamunda.
What is the literacy rate in Chheliamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chheliamunda is 28.83%. Male literacy is 46.67% and female literacy is 12.70%.