Chiligam
Chiligam is a village located in Chandahandi tehsil of Nabarangapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Chandahandi (tehsildar office) and 128km away from district headquarter Nabarangapur . As per 2009 stats, Patakhalia is the gram panchayat of Chiligam village.
Chiligam has its own place in the vibrant Nabarangapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chiligam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chiligam is 427507. The village spans a total geographical area of 537 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764077. Umarkote is nearest town to Chiligam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
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Population of Chiligam
Below is a concise population overview of Chiligam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 738 | 374 | 364 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 69 | 60 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 608 | 305 | 303 |
Literate Population | 253 | 180 | 73 |
Illiterate Population | 485 | 194 | 291 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chiligam village:
- The total population of Chiligam village is around 738, including approximately 374 males and 364 females, with a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 129 children aged 0–6 years in Chiligam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chiligam village has 20 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 608 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chiligam village is about 34.28%, with male literacy at 48.13% and female literacy at 20.05%.
- There are around 196 households in Chiligam village.
Connectivity of Chiligam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chiligam. As per the 2011 stats, Chiligam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chiligam
Knowing the nearby villages of Chiligam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chiligam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chiligam
- Where is Chiligam located?
- Chiligam village is situated in Chandahandi Tehsil, within the Nabarangapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chiligam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chiligam is Patakhalia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chiligam?
- The pincode of Chiligam is 764077, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chiligam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chiligam is 738, with 374 males and 364 females.
- How many households are there in Chiligam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chiligam village has a total of 196 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chiligam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chiligam is 34.28%. The male literacy rate is 48.13%, while the female literacy rate is 20.05%.