Chalanaguda - Mathili, Malkangiri
Chalanaguda is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Malkangiri and around 32 km from Malkangiri . Naikguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chalanaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalanaguda is 430187. The village covers a total geographical area of 391 hectares and falls under the 764045 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Chalanaguda 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 Chalanaguda
As per Census 2011, Chalanaguda village has a total population of 654 people, consisting of 332 males and 322 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 245 literate and 409 illiterate residents. Additionally, 138 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 458 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chalanaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 654 | 332 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 78 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 69 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 458 | 230 | 228 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 161 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 171 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Chalanaguda
Chalanaguda 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 Chalanaguda
Chalanaguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Chalanaguda is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Chalanaguda is about 32 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 Chalanaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalanaguda 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 Chalanaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalanaguda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chalanaguda
Where is Chalanaguda located?
Chalanaguda village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalanaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalanaguda is Naikguda.
What is the pincode of Chalanaguda?
The pincode of Chalanaguda is 764045.
What is the population of Chalanaguda?
Chalanaguda has a total population of 654, including 332 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Chalanaguda?
There are 153 households in Chalanaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Chalanaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalanaguda is 37.46%. Male literacy is 48.49% and female literacy is 26.09%.