Santoshpur Chitapari-I - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Santoshpur Chitapari-I is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Orkel and around 27 km from Malkangiri . Chitapari-iii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santoshpur Chitapari-I village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santoshpur Chitapari-I is 430934. The village covers a total geographical area of 170 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Santoshpur Chitapari-I 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 Santoshpur Chitapari-I
As per Census 2011, Santoshpur Chitapari-I village has a total population of 455 people, consisting of 203 males and 252 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 1,241 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 131 literate and 324 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 443 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santoshpur Chitapari-I are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 455 | 203 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 37 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 2 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 443 | 201 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 86 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 324 | 117 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Santoshpur Chitapari-I
Santoshpur Chitapari-I 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 Santoshpur Chitapari-I
Santoshpur Chitapari-I is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Balimela to Santoshpur Chitapari-I is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Santoshpur Chitapari-I is about 27 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 Santoshpur Chitapari-I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santoshpur Chitapari-I village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Santoshpur Chitapari-I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santoshpur Chitapari-I 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Santoshpur Chitapari-I
Where is Santoshpur Chitapari-I located?
Santoshpur Chitapari-I village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santoshpur Chitapari-I?
The Gram Panchayat of Santoshpur Chitapari-I is Chitapari-iii.
What is the pincode of Santoshpur Chitapari-I?
The pincode of Santoshpur Chitapari-I is 764051.
What is the population of Santoshpur Chitapari-I?
Santoshpur Chitapari-I has a total population of 455, including 203 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Santoshpur Chitapari-I?
There are 93 households in Santoshpur Chitapari-I.
What is the literacy rate in Santoshpur Chitapari-I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santoshpur Chitapari-I is 28.79%. Male literacy is 42.36% and female literacy is 17.86%.