Chiliguda - Kashipur, Rayagada
Chiliguda 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 60 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Mandibisi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chiliguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chiliguda is 425819. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Chiliguda 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 Chiliguda
According to the 2011 Census, Chiliguda village had a total population of 237 people, including 113 males and 124 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.32%, with male literacy at 46.59% and female literacy at 16.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 152.
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 | 237 | 113 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 39 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 73 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 41 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 72 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Chiliguda
Chiliguda 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 Chiliguda
Chiliguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Chiliguda is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Chiliguda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chiliguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chiliguda 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 Chiliguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chiliguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chiliguda
Where is Chiliguda located?
Chiliguda village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chiliguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chiliguda is Mandibisi.
What is the pincode of Chiliguda?
The pincode of Chiliguda is 765015.
What is the population of Chiliguda?
Chiliguda had a total population of 237, including 113 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Chiliguda?
Chiliguda had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chiliguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chiliguda was 30.32%. Male literacy was 46.59% and female literacy was 16.00%.