Elampanka - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Elampanka is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 34 km from Jodamba and around 100 km from Malkangiri . Gajalmamudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Elampanka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Elampanka is 430840. The village covers a total geographical area of 368 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Elampanka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Elampanka
According to the 2011 Census, Elampanka village had a total population of 352 people, including 172 males and 180 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.31%, with male literacy at 55.40% and female literacy at 24.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 341.
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 | 352 | 172 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 341 | 167 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 77 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 95 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Elampanka
Elampanka 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 Elampanka
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Elampanka is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Elampanka is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Elampanka
Where is Elampanka located?
Elampanka village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Elampanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Elampanka is Gajalmamudi.
What is the pincode of Elampanka?
The pincode of Elampanka is 764052.
What is the population of Elampanka?
Elampanka had a total population of 352, including 172 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Elampanka?
Elampanka had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Elampanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Elampanka was 39.31%. Male literacy was 55.40% and female literacy was 24.50%.