Chaluniguda - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Chaluniguda is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Polama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaluniguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaluniguda is 425646. The village covers a total geographical area of 166 hectares and falls under the 765016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Chaluniguda 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 Chaluniguda
As per Census 2011, Chaluniguda village has a total population of 232 people, consisting of 101 males and 131 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 1,297 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 16 literate and 216 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 226 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaluniguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 232 | 101 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 226 | 98 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 12 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 89 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Chaluniguda
Chaluniguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Palama | North | 1.11 km |
| Rinjabadi | South-West | 1.21 km |
| Gamiguda | North-West | 1.75 km |
| Mandibhatta | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Satabisi | North | 2.09 km |
| Pidia | South | 2.17 km |
| Bandhakaranja | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Papikona | East | 2.76 km |
| Mandipadar | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Kandabaligam | South | 3.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chaluniguda
Chaluniguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sikarpai, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Chaluniguda is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Chaluniguda is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaluniguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaluniguda 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 Chaluniguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaluniguda 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 Chaluniguda
Where is Chaluniguda located?
Chaluniguda village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaluniguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaluniguda is Polama.
What is the pincode of Chaluniguda?
The pincode of Chaluniguda is 765016.
What is the population of Chaluniguda?
Chaluniguda has a total population of 232, including 101 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Chaluniguda?
There are 51 households in Chaluniguda.
What is the literacy rate in Chaluniguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaluniguda is 6.90%. Male literacy is 11.88% and female literacy is 3.05%.