Chintagura - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Chintagura is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Borigi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chintagura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chintagura is 428665. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Chintagura 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 Chintagura
According to the 2011 Census, Chintagura village had a total population of 155 people, including 75 males and 80 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.90%, with male literacy at 20.69% and female literacy at 17.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 155.
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 | 155 | 75 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 75 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 63 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Chintagura
Chintagura 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 Chintagura
Chintagura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Chintagura is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Chintagura is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chintagura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chintagura 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chintagura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chintagura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chintagura
Where is Chintagura located?
Chintagura village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chintagura?
The Gram Panchayat of Chintagura is Borigi.
What is the pincode of Chintagura?
The pincode of Chintagura is 764014.
What is the population of Chintagura?
Chintagura had a total population of 155, including 75 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Chintagura?
Chintagura had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chintagura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chintagura was 18.90%. Male literacy was 20.69% and female literacy was 17.39%.