Chirgunikhol - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Chirgunikhol is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Badarama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chirgunikhol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chirgunikhol is 381974. The village covers a total geographical area of 151 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Chirgunikhol 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 Chirgunikhol
According to the 2011 Census, Chirgunikhol village had a total population of 190 people, including 97 males and 93 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.37%, with male literacy at 71.76% and female literacy at 48.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 177.
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 | 190 | 97 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 90 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 61 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 36 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Chirgunikhol
Chirgunikhol 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 Chirgunikhol
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chirgunikhol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Chirgunikhol is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Chirgunikhol is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chirgunikhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chirgunikhol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chirgunikhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chirgunikhol 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chirgunikhol
Where is Chirgunikhol located?
Chirgunikhol village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chirgunikhol?
The Gram Panchayat of Chirgunikhol is Badarama.
What is the pincode of Chirgunikhol?
The pincode of Chirgunikhol is 768107.
What is the population of Chirgunikhol?
Chirgunikhol had a total population of 190, including 97 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Chirgunikhol?
Chirgunikhol had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chirgunikhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chirgunikhol was 60.37%. Male literacy was 71.76% and female literacy was 48.10%.