Chaulmendi - Mathili, Malkangiri
Chaulmendi is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Chaulamendi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaulmendi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaulmendi is 430475. The village covers a total geographical area of 1346 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Chaulmendi 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 Chaulmendi
As per Census 2011, Chaulmendi village has a total population of 3,093 people, consisting of 1,591 males and 1,502 females. The village has 765 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 603 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,214 literate and 1,879 illiterate residents. Additionally, 360 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,397 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaulmendi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,093 | 1,591 | 1,502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 603 | 309 | 294 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 360 | 180 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,397 | 1,239 | 1,158 |
| Literate Population | 1,214 | 879 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,879 | 712 | 1,167 |
Nearby Villages of Chaulmendi
Chaulmendi 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 Chaulmendi
Chaulmendi 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Chaulmendi is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Chaulmendi is about 54 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 Chaulmendi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaulmendi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chaulmendi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaulmendi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chaulmendi
Where is Chaulmendi located?
Chaulmendi village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaulmendi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaulmendi is Chaulamendi.
What is the pincode of Chaulmendi?
The pincode of Chaulmendi is 764044.
What is the population of Chaulmendi?
Chaulmendi has a total population of 3,093, including 1,591 males and 1,502 females.
How many households are there in Chaulmendi?
There are 765 households in Chaulmendi.
What is the literacy rate in Chaulmendi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaulmendi is 39.25%. Male literacy is 55.25% and female literacy is 22.30%.