Chandiposh - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Chandiposh is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 175 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Bonaikela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandiposh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandiposh is 385000. The village covers a total geographical area of 309 hectares and falls under the 770043 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Chandiposh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandiposh
According to the 2011 Census, Chandiposh village had a total population of 162 people, including 77 males and 85 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,104 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.82%, with male literacy at 61.54% and female literacy at 43.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 95.
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 | 162 | 77 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 46 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 40 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 37 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Chandiposh
Chandiposh 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 Chandiposh
Chandiposh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Raurkela to Chandiposh is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Chandiposh is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandiposh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandiposh 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chandiposh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandiposh 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandiposh
Where is Chandiposh located?
Chandiposh village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandiposh?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandiposh is Bonaikela.
What is the pincode of Chandiposh?
The pincode of Chandiposh is 770043.
What is the population of Chandiposh?
Chandiposh had a total population of 162, including 77 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Chandiposh?
Chandiposh had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandiposh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandiposh was 51.82%. Male literacy was 61.54% and female literacy was 43.06%.