Chhotiguda - Kashipur, Rayagada
Chhotiguda is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Adajore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhotiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhotiguda is 425730. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 145 km away.
Chhotiguda 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 Chhotiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Chhotiguda village had a total population of 139 people, including 65 males and 74 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,138 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 20.43%, with male literacy at 27.27% and female literacy at 14.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 137.
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 | 139 | 65 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 64 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 53 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Chhotiguda
Chhotiguda 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 Chhotiguda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chhotiguda.
| 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 Chhotiguda is about 145 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Chhotiguda is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhotiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhotiguda 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 Chhotiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhotiguda 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 Chhotiguda
Where is Chhotiguda located?
Chhotiguda village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhotiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhotiguda is Adajore.
What is the pincode of Chhotiguda?
The pincode of Chhotiguda is 765015.
What is the population of Chhotiguda?
Chhotiguda had a total population of 139, including 65 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Chhotiguda?
Chhotiguda had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhotiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhotiguda was 20.43%. Male literacy was 27.27% and female literacy was 14.29%.