Old Chitapari - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Old Chitapari is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from Orkel and around 51 km from Malkangiri . Potrel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Old Chitapari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Old Chitapari is 430930. The village covers a total geographical area of 204 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Old Chitapari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Old Chitapari
According to the 2011 Census, Old Chitapari village had a total population of 1,098 people, including 510 males and 588 females, living in 250 households. The sex ratio was 1,153 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.00%, with male literacy at 51.42% and female literacy at 26.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 282, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 329.
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 | 1,098 | 510 | 588 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 86 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 147 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 329 | 143 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 218 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 753 | 292 | 461 |
Nearby Villages of Old Chitapari
Old Chitapari 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 Old Chitapari
Old Chitapari 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Old Chitapari is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Old Chitapari is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Old Chitapari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Old Chitapari 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 Old Chitapari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Old Chitapari 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Old Chitapari
Where is Old Chitapari located?
Old Chitapari village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Old Chitapari?
The Gram Panchayat of Old Chitapari is Potrel.
What is the pincode of Old Chitapari?
The pincode of Old Chitapari is 764051.
What is the population of Old Chitapari?
Old Chitapari had a total population of 1,098, including 510 males and 588 females.
How many households are there in Old Chitapari?
Old Chitapari had 250 households.
What is the literacy rate in Old Chitapari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Old Chitapari was 38.00%. Male literacy was 51.42% and female literacy was 26.24%.