Chedenga - Mathili, Malkangiri
Chedenga is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Chedenga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chedenga is 430430. The village covers a total geographical area of 1116 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Chedenga 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 Chedenga
As per Census 2011, Chedenga village has a total population of 1,475 people, consisting of 701 males and 774 females. The village has 351 households and a sex ratio of 1,104 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 541 literate and 934 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,285 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chedenga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,475 | 701 | 774 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 129 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,285 | 611 | 674 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 346 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 934 | 355 | 579 |
Nearby Villages of Chedenga
Chedenga 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 Chedenga
Chedenga 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 Chedenga is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Chedenga is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chedenga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chedenga 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 Chedenga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chedenga 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chedenga
Where is Chedenga located?
Chedenga village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chedenga?
Chedenga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chedenga?
The pincode of Chedenga is 764044.
What is the population of Chedenga?
Chedenga has a total population of 1,475, including 701 males and 774 females.
How many households are there in Chedenga?
There are 351 households in Chedenga.
What is the literacy rate in Chedenga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chedenga is 36.68%. Male literacy is 49.36% and female literacy is 25.19%.