Chitarama Village - Sinapali, Nuapada
Chitarama is a village situated in the Sinapali tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinapali and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Ghatmal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitarama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitarama is 422170. The village covers a total geographical area of 204 hectares and falls under the 766108 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Chitarama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitarama
As per Census 2011, Chitarama village has a total population of 207 people, consisting of 103 males and 104 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 73 literate and 134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 128 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitarama are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 207 | 103 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 66 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 48 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 55 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Chitarama
Chitarama 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 Chitarama
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chitarama.
| 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 Khariar Road to Chitarama is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Chitarama 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 Chitarama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitarama 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chitarama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitarama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chitarama
Where is Chitarama located?
Chitarama village is located in Sinapali Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitarama?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitarama is Ghatmal.
What is the pincode of Chitarama?
The pincode of Chitarama is 766108.
What is the population of Chitarama?
Chitarama has a total population of 207, including 103 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Chitarama?
There are 62 households in Chitarama.
What is the literacy rate in Chitarama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitarama is 35.27%. Male literacy is 46.60% and female literacy is 24.04%.