Chhotaguda - Umarkote, Nabarangpur
Chhotaguda is a village situated in the Umarkote tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 44 km from Dabugan and around 82 km from Nabarangapur . Bhandariguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhotaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhotaguda is 427574. The village covers a total geographical area of 195 hectares and falls under the 764072 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 24 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 307 people, consisting of 153 males and 154 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 78 literate and 229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 257 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhotaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 307 | 153 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 23 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 257 | 127 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 52 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 101 | 128 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Chhotaguda is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Chhotaguda is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhotaguda
Where is Chhotaguda located?
Chhotaguda village is located in Umarkote Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhotaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhotaguda is Bhandariguda.
What is the pincode of Chhotaguda?
The pincode of Chhotaguda is 764072.
What is the population of Chhotaguda?
Chhotaguda has a total population of 307, including 153 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Chhotaguda?
There are 73 households in Chhotaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Chhotaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhotaguda is 25.41%. Male literacy is 33.99% and female literacy is 16.88%.