Bada Cherangapai - Muniguda, Rayagada
Bada Cherangapai is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muniguda and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Munikhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bada Cherangapai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bada Cherangapai is 424949. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Bada Cherangapai 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 Bada Cherangapai
As per Census 2011, Bada Cherangapai village has a total population of 175 people, consisting of 82 males and 93 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,134 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 34 literate and 141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 175 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bada Cherangapai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 175 | 82 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 175 | 82 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 22 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 60 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Bada Cherangapai
Bada Cherangapai 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 Bada Cherangapai
Public transport in the Bada Cherangapai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bada Cherangapai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Bada Cherangapai is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bada Cherangapai is about 52 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 Bada Cherangapai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bada Cherangapai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bada Cherangapai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bada Cherangapai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bada Cherangapai
Where is Bada Cherangapai located?
Bada Cherangapai village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bada Cherangapai?
The Gram Panchayat of Bada Cherangapai is Munikhol.
What is the pincode of Bada Cherangapai?
The pincode of Bada Cherangapai is 765020.
What is the population of Bada Cherangapai?
Bada Cherangapai has a total population of 175, including 82 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Bada Cherangapai?
There are 39 households in Bada Cherangapai.
What is the literacy rate in Bada Cherangapai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bada Cherangapai is 19.43%. Male literacy is 26.83% and female literacy is 12.90%.