Chalanput - Similiguda, Koraput
Chalanput is a village situated in the Similiguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Nandapur and around 40 km from Koraput. Rajput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chalanput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalanput is 429781. The village covers a total geographical area of 171 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Chalanput 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 Chalanput
According to the 2011 Census, Chalanput village had a total population of 233 people, including 109 males and 124 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,138 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.24%, with male literacy at 67.02% and female literacy at 31.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 170.
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 | 233 | 109 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 83 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 63 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 46 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Chalanput
Chalanput 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 Chalanput
Chalanput 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 Koraput to Chalanput is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Chalanput is about 40 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 Chalanput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalanput village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chalanput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalanput 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 Chalanput
Where is Chalanput located?
Chalanput village is located in Similiguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chalanput?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalanput is Rajput.
What is the pincode of Chalanput?
The pincode of Chalanput is 764037.
What is the population of Chalanput?
Chalanput had a total population of 233, including 109 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Chalanput?
Chalanput had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalanput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalanput was 48.24%. Male literacy was 67.02% and female literacy was 31.43%.