Chiruhatu - Raruan, Mayurbhanj
Chiruhatu is a village situated in the Raruan tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raruan and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Angarpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chiruhatu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chiruhatu is 388651. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 757035 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Chiruhatu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chiruhatu
As per Census 2011, Chiruhatu village has a total population of 279 people, consisting of 133 males and 146 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 1,097 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 142 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 124 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chiruhatu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 279 | 133 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 69 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 58 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 77 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 56 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Chiruhatu
Chiruhatu 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 Chiruhatu
Public transport in the Chiruhatu 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 Karanjia to Chiruhatu is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Chiruhatu is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chiruhatu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chiruhatu 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 Chiruhatu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chiruhatu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chiruhatu
Where is Chiruhatu located?
Chiruhatu village is located in Raruan Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chiruhatu?
The Gram Panchayat of Chiruhatu is Angarpada.
What is the pincode of Chiruhatu?
The pincode of Chiruhatu is 757035.
What is the population of Chiruhatu?
Chiruhatu has a total population of 279, including 133 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Chiruhatu?
There are 57 households in Chiruhatu.
What is the literacy rate in Chiruhatu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chiruhatu is 50.90%. Male literacy is 57.89% and female literacy is 44.52%.