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
According to the 2011 Census, Choragan village had a total population of 355 people, including 169 males and 186 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 1,101 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.95%, with male literacy at 24.39% and female literacy at 12.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 305.
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 | 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 had a total population of 355, including 169 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Choragan?
Choragan had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choragan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choragan was 17.95%. Male literacy was 24.39% and female literacy was 12.67%.