Chikitia - Biramitrapur, Sundargarh
Chikitia is a village situated in the Biramitrapur tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 48 km from Bisra and around 172 km from Sundargarh. Barilepta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikitia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikitia is 384470. The village covers a total geographical area of 171 hectares and falls under the 770036 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Chikitia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biramitrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikitia
As per Census 2011, Chikitia village has a total population of 356 people, consisting of 181 males and 175 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 168 literate and 188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 153 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikitia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 356 | 181 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 153 | 82 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 104 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 77 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Chikitia
Chikitia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patrapali | East | 1.60 km |
| Garda | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Gudguda | West | 1.91 km |
| Baribeda | North | 2.18 km |
| Lindidiri | East | 2.31 km |
| Tangarpali | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Barilepta | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Theteiposh | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Sanbambua | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Relaposh | West | 3.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chikitia
Chikitia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bangurkela, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.5 km.
| 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 Raurkela to Chikitia is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Chikitia is about 172 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikitia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikitia 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chikitia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikitia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chikitia
Where is Chikitia located?
Chikitia village is located in Biramitrapur Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikitia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikitia is Barilepta.
What is the pincode of Chikitia?
The pincode of Chikitia is 770036.
What is the population of Chikitia?
Chikitia has a total population of 356, including 181 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Chikitia?
There are 70 households in Chikitia.
What is the literacy rate in Chikitia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikitia is 47.19%. Male literacy is 57.46% and female literacy is 36.57%.