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
According to the 2011 Census, Chiligam village had a total population of 738 people, including 374 males and 364 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.54%, with male literacy at 59.02% and female literacy at 24.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 608.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 738, including 374 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Chiligam?
Chiligam had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chiligam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chiligam was 41.54%. Male literacy was 59.02% and female literacy was 24.01%.