Chintalwada - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Chintalwada is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalimela and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Chintalwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chintalwada is 431020. The village covers a total geographical area of 90 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Chintalwada 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 Chintalwada
According to the 2011 Census, Chintalwada village had a total population of 696 people, including 365 males and 331 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.91%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 14.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 460.
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 | 696 | 365 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 75 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 460 | 249 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 145 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 514 | 220 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Chintalwada
Chintalwada 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 Chintalwada
Chintalwada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Malkangiri to Chintalwada is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Chintalwada is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chintalwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chintalwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chintalwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chintalwada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chintalwada
Where is Chintalwada located?
Chintalwada village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chintalwada?
Chintalwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chintalwada?
The pincode of Chintalwada is 764086.
What is the population of Chintalwada?
Chintalwada had a total population of 696, including 365 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Chintalwada?
Chintalwada had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chintalwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chintalwada was 32.91%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 14.07%.