Chandragiri - Kashipur, Rayagada
Chandragiri is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chandragiri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandragiri is 425876. The village covers a total geographical area of 287 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Chandragiri 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 Chandragiri
According to the 2011 Census, Chandragiri village had a total population of 697 people, including 355 males and 342 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.31%, with male literacy at 84.59% and female literacy at 46.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 276.
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 | 697 | 355 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 63 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 276 | 160 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 247 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 108 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Chandragiri
Chandragiri 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 Chandragiri
Chandragiri 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 <5 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 Chandragiri is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Chandragiri is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandragiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandragiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandragiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandragiri 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandragiri
Where is Chandragiri located?
Chandragiri village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandragiri?
Chandragiri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandragiri?
The pincode of Chandragiri is 765015.
What is the population of Chandragiri?
Chandragiri had a total population of 697, including 355 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Chandragiri?
Chandragiri had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandragiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandragiri was 66.31%. Male literacy was 84.59% and female literacy was 46.69%.