Chengeli - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Chengeli is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chandili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chengeli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chengeli is 425432. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Chengeli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chengeli
According to the 2011 Census, Chengeli village had a total population of 192 people, including 89 males and 103 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,157 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 13.92%, with male literacy at 16.00% and female literacy at 12.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 153.
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 | 192 | 89 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 153 | 71 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 77 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Chengeli
Chengeli 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 Chengeli
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chengeli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Chengeli is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Chengeli is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chengeli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chengeli 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 Chengeli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chengeli 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 Chengeli
Where is Chengeli located?
Chengeli village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chengeli?
The Gram Panchayat of Chengeli is Chandili.
What is the pincode of Chengeli?
The pincode of Chengeli is 765019.
What is the population of Chengeli?
Chengeli had a total population of 192, including 89 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Chengeli?
Chengeli had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chengeli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chengeli was 13.92%. Male literacy was 16.00% and female literacy was 12.05%.