Chiti Serama - Gudari, Rayagada
Chiti Serama is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sanahuma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chiti Serama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chiti Serama is 427015. The village covers a total geographical area of 693 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chiti Serama 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 Chiti Serama
According to the 2011 Census, Chiti Serama village had a total population of 559 people, including 273 males and 286 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.89%, with male literacy at 71.85% and female literacy at 52.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 135, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 371.
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 | 559 | 273 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 67 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 371 | 180 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 171 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 102 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Chiti Serama
Chiti Serama 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 Chiti Serama
Chiti Serama 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 >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 Gudari to Chiti Serama is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Chiti Serama is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chiti Serama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chiti Serama 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 Chiti Serama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chiti Serama 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 Chiti Serama
Where is Chiti Serama located?
Chiti Serama village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chiti Serama?
The Gram Panchayat of Chiti Serama is Sanahuma.
What is the pincode of Chiti Serama?
The pincode of Chiti Serama is 765026.
What is the population of Chiti Serama?
Chiti Serama had a total population of 559, including 273 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Chiti Serama?
Chiti Serama had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chiti Serama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chiti Serama was 61.89%. Male literacy was 71.85% and female literacy was 52.40%.