Chiligam - Chandahandi, Nabarangpur
Chiligam is a village situated in the Chandahandi tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Chandahandi and around 128 km from Nabarangapur . Patakhalia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chiligam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chiligam is 427507. The village covers a total geographical area of 537 hectares and falls under the 764077 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Chiligam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chiligam
As per Census 2011, Chiligam village has a total population of 738 people, consisting of 374 males and 364 females. The village has 196 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 253 literate and 485 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 608 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chiligam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Chiligam
Chiligam 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 Chiligam
Chiligam 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 >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 Umarkote to Chiligam is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Chiligam is about 128 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 Chiligam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chiligam 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 Chiligam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chiligam 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 Chiligam
Where is Chiligam located?
Chiligam village is located in Chandahandi Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chiligam?
The Gram Panchayat of Chiligam is Patakhalia.
What is the pincode of Chiligam?
The pincode of Chiligam is 764077.
What is the population of Chiligam?
Chiligam has a total population of 738, including 374 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Chiligam?
There are 196 households in Chiligam.
What is the literacy rate in Chiligam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chiligam is 34.28%. Male literacy is 48.13% and female literacy is 20.05%.