Chiker - Kashipur, Rayagada
Chiker is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Andirakanch and around 99 km from Rayagada . Kodipari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chiker village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chiker is 426030. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Chiker 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 Chiker
According to the 2011 Census, Chiker village had a total population of 188 people, including 90 males and 98 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,089 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 5.16%, with male literacy at 4.17% and female literacy at 6.02%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 178.
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 | 188 | 90 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 178 | 86 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 87 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Chiker
Chiker 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 Chiker
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chiker.
| 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 Rayagada to Chiker is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chiker
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chiker 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 Chiker
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chiker 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 Chiker
Where is Chiker located?
Chiker village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chiker?
The Gram Panchayat of Chiker is Kodipari.
What is the pincode of Chiker?
The pincode of Chiker is 765015.
What is the population of Chiker?
Chiker had a total population of 188, including 90 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Chiker?
Chiker had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chiker?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chiker was 5.16%. Male literacy was 4.17% and female literacy was 6.02%.