Chatambo - Muniguda, Rayagada
Chatambo is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Ambadala and around 52 km from Rayagada . Amalabhata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chatambo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chatambo is 424667. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 765021 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Chatambo 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 Chatambo
As per Census 2011, Chatambo village has a total population of 1,335 people, consisting of 778 males and 557 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 715 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 880 literate and 455 illiterate residents. Additionally, 435 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 387 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chatambo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,335 | 778 | 557 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 66 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 435 | 227 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 387 | 256 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 880 | 572 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 455 | 206 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Chatambo
Chatambo 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 Chatambo
Chatambo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Chatambo.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Chatambo is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Chatambo 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 Chatambo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chatambo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chatambo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chatambo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chatambo
Where is Chatambo located?
Chatambo village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chatambo?
The Gram Panchayat of Chatambo is Amalabhata.
What is the pincode of Chatambo?
The pincode of Chatambo is 765021.
What is the population of Chatambo?
Chatambo has a total population of 1,335, including 778 males and 557 females.
How many households are there in Chatambo?
There are 265 households in Chatambo.
What is the literacy rate in Chatambo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chatambo is 65.92%. Male literacy is 73.52% and female literacy is 55.30%.