Chhemunda - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Chhemunda is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Jamankira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhemunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhemunda is 381968. The village covers a total geographical area of 293 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Chhemunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhemunda
As per Census 2011, Chhemunda village has a total population of 530 people, consisting of 264 males and 266 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 326 literate and 204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 351 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhemunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 530 | 264 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 351 | 175 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 178 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 86 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Chhemunda
Chhemunda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinimahul | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Jamankira | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Amblang | West | 3.41 km |
| Kuagola | North | 3.60 km |
| Ardapal | North-West | 4.46 km |
| Mukteswar | North | 4.60 km |
| Karlibahal | North | 5.04 km |
| Kendeikhol | North-West | 5.16 km |
| Badkhalia | North-West | 5.28 km |
| Arjunpali | North-East | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhemunda
Public transport in the Chhemunda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sason, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Chhemunda is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Chhemunda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhemunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhemunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhemunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhemunda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhemunda
Where is Chhemunda located?
Chhemunda village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhemunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhemunda is Jamankira.
What is the pincode of Chhemunda?
The pincode of Chhemunda is 768107.
What is the population of Chhemunda?
Chhemunda has a total population of 530, including 264 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Chhemunda?
There are 115 households in Chhemunda.
What is the literacy rate in Chhemunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhemunda is 61.51%. Male literacy is 67.42% and female literacy is 55.64%.