Chhotaguda - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Chhotaguda is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from Umarkote and around 50 km from Nabarangapur . Ratakhandiguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhotaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhotaguda is 427367. The village covers a total geographical area of 389 hectares and falls under the 764073 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chhotaguda 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 Chhotaguda
As per Census 2011, Chhotaguda village has a total population of 2,168 people, consisting of 1,096 males and 1,072 females. The village has 453 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 335 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,208 literate and 960 illiterate residents. Additionally, 953 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 557 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhotaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,168 | 1,096 | 1,072 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 335 | 159 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 953 | 476 | 477 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 557 | 286 | 271 |
| Literate Population | 1,208 | 689 | 519 |
| Illiterate Population | 960 | 407 | 553 |
Nearby Villages of Chhotaguda
Chhotaguda 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 Chhotaguda
Chhotaguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Umarkote to Chhotaguda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Chhotaguda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhotaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhotaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhotaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhotaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhotaguda
Where is Chhotaguda located?
Chhotaguda village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhotaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhotaguda is Ratakhandiguda.
What is the pincode of Chhotaguda?
The pincode of Chhotaguda is 764073.
What is the population of Chhotaguda?
Chhotaguda has a total population of 2,168, including 1,096 males and 1,072 females.
How many households are there in Chhotaguda?
There are 453 households in Chhotaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Chhotaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhotaguda is 55.72%. Male literacy is 62.86% and female literacy is 48.41%.