Chikalgumandi - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Chikalgumandi is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Talagumandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikalgumandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikalgumandi is 428645. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Chikalgumandi 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 Chikalgumandi
According to the 2011 Census, Chikalgumandi village had a total population of 239 people, including 122 males and 117 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.81%, with male literacy at 45.10% and female literacy at 15.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 224.
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 | 239 | 122 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 111 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 46 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 76 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Chikalgumandi
Chikalgumandi 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 Chikalgumandi
Chikalgumandi 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Chikalgumandi is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Chikalgumandi is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikalgumandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikalgumandi 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 Chikalgumandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikalgumandi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chikalgumandi
Where is Chikalgumandi located?
Chikalgumandi village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chikalgumandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikalgumandi is Talagumandi.
What is the pincode of Chikalgumandi?
The pincode of Chikalgumandi is 764014.
What is the population of Chikalgumandi?
Chikalgumandi had a total population of 239, including 122 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Chikalgumandi?
Chikalgumandi had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikalgumandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikalgumandi was 30.81%. Male literacy was 45.10% and female literacy was 15.63%.