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
As per Census 2011, Chintalwada village has a total population of 696 people, consisting of 365 males and 331 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 182 literate and 514 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 460 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chintalwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 696 | 365 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 75 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 696, including 365 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Chintalwada?
There are 158 households in Chintalwada.
What is the literacy rate in Chintalwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chintalwada is 26.15%. Male literacy is 39.73% and female literacy is 11.18%.