Chandiposh - Rajagangapur, Sundargarh
Chandiposh is a village situated in the Rajagangapur tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajagangapur and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Jareikela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandiposh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandiposh is 384249. The village covers a total geographical area of 401 hectares and falls under the 770017 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 12 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 Rajgangpur 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 732 people, including 377 males and 355 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.74%, with male literacy at 72.94% and female literacy at 54.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 720.
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 | 732 | 377 | 355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 74 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 720 | 371 | 349 |
| Literate Population | 385 | 221 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 156 | 191 |
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
Public transport in the Chandiposh is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Rajagangapur to Chandiposh is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Chandiposh is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 >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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chandiposh
Where is Chandiposh located?
Chandiposh village is located in Rajagangapur Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandiposh?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandiposh is Jareikela.
What is the pincode of Chandiposh?
The pincode of Chandiposh is 770017.
What is the population of Chandiposh?
Chandiposh had a total population of 732, including 377 males and 355 females.
How many households are there in Chandiposh?
Chandiposh had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandiposh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandiposh was 63.74%. Male literacy was 72.94% and female literacy was 54.49%.