Chilikarambhu - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Chilikarambhu is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bhetiapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chilikarambhu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chilikarambhu is 425373. The village covers a total geographical area of 132 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Chilikarambhu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chilikarambhu
As per Census 2011, Chilikarambhu village has a total population of 41 people, consisting of 20 males and 21 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 12 literate and 29 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chilikarambhu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 13 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Chilikarambhu
Chilikarambhu 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 Chilikarambhu
Public transport in the Chilikarambhu 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 >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 Chilikarambhu is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Chilikarambhu is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chilikarambhu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chilikarambhu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chilikarambhu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chilikarambhu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chilikarambhu
Where is Chilikarambhu located?
Chilikarambhu village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chilikarambhu?
The Gram Panchayat of Chilikarambhu is Bhetiapada.
What is the pincode of Chilikarambhu?
The pincode of Chilikarambhu is 765019.
What is the population of Chilikarambhu?
Chilikarambhu has a total population of 41, including 20 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Chilikarambhu?
There are 11 households in Chilikarambhu.
What is the literacy rate in Chilikarambhu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilikarambhu is 29.27%. Male literacy is 35.00% and female literacy is 23.81%.