Chichipanga - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Chichipanga is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chichipanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chichipanga is 425068. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Chichipanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chichipanga
According to the 2011 Census, Chichipanga village had a total population of 75 people, including 39 males and 36 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.78%, with male literacy at 61.11% and female literacy at 25.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 72.
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 | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 22 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 17 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Chichipanga
Chichipanga 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 Chichipanga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chichipanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gudari to Chichipanga is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Chichipanga is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chichipanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chichipanga 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 Chichipanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chichipanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chichipanga
Where is Chichipanga located?
Chichipanga village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chichipanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Chichipanga is Chandrapur.
What is the pincode of Chichipanga?
The pincode of Chichipanga is 765020.
What is the population of Chichipanga?
Chichipanga had a total population of 75, including 39 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Chichipanga?
Chichipanga had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chichipanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chichipanga was 44.78%. Male literacy was 61.11% and female literacy was 25.81%.