Choragan - Similiguda, Koraput
Choragan is a village situated in the Similiguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Similiguda and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Pitaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Choragan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choragan is 429956. The village covers a total geographical area of 205 hectares and falls under the 764036 pincode. Kotpad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Choragan 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 Choragan
As per Census 2011, Choragan village has a total population of 355 people, consisting of 169 males and 186 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 1,100 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 49 literate and 306 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 305 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Choragan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 355 | 169 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 46 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 305 | 143 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 30 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 139 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Choragan
Choragan 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 Choragan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Choragan.
| 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 Kotpad to Choragan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Choragan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choragan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choragan 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 Choragan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choragan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Choragan
Where is Choragan located?
Choragan village is located in Similiguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Choragan?
The Gram Panchayat of Choragan is Pitaguda.
What is the pincode of Choragan?
The pincode of Choragan is 764036.
What is the population of Choragan?
Choragan has a total population of 355, including 169 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Choragan?
There are 100 households in Choragan.
What is the literacy rate in Choragan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choragan is 13.80%. Male literacy is 17.75% and female literacy is 10.22%.