Chalanguda - Mathili, Malkangiri
Chalanguda is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Udulibeda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chalanguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalanguda is 430395. The village covers a total geographical area of 297 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Chalanguda 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 Chalanguda
According to the 2011 Census, Chalanguda village had a total population of 551 people, including 267 males and 284 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 1,064 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.96%, with male literacy at 91.20% and female literacy at 48.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 63.
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 | 551 | 267 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 51 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 38 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 197 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 70 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Chalanguda
Chalanguda 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 Chalanguda
Chalanguda 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 <5 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 Jeypur to Chalanguda is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Chalanguda is about 53 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 Chalanguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalanguda 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 Chalanguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalanguda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chalanguda
Where is Chalanguda located?
Chalanguda village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chalanguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalanguda is Udulibeda.
What is the pincode of Chalanguda?
The pincode of Chalanguda is 764044.
What is the population of Chalanguda?
Chalanguda had a total population of 551, including 267 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Chalanguda?
Chalanguda had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalanguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalanguda was 68.96%. Male literacy was 91.20% and female literacy was 48.51%.