Chotaliput - Similiguda, Koraput
Chotaliput is a village situated in the Similiguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Sunabeda and around 30 km from Koraput. R Ajpalma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chotaliput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chotaliput is 429979. The village falls under the 763002 pincode. Nabarangapur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Chotaliput 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 Chotaliput
As per Census 2011, Chotaliput village has a total population of 367 people, consisting of 188 males and 179 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 147 literate and 220 illiterate residents. Additionally, 166 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 100 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chotaliput are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 367 | 188 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 82 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 53 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 101 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 87 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Chotaliput
Chotaliput 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 Chotaliput
Chotaliput 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 <5 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 Nabarangapur to Chotaliput is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Chotaliput is about 30 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 Chotaliput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chotaliput 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chotaliput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chotaliput village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chotaliput
Where is Chotaliput located?
Chotaliput village is located in Similiguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chotaliput?
The Gram Panchayat of Chotaliput is R Ajpalma.
What is the pincode of Chotaliput?
The pincode of Chotaliput is 763002.
What is the population of Chotaliput?
Chotaliput has a total population of 367, including 188 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Chotaliput?
There are 90 households in Chotaliput.
What is the literacy rate in Chotaliput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chotaliput is 40.05%. Male literacy is 53.72% and female literacy is 25.70%.