Kichimiri - Rajagangapur, Sundargarh
Kichimiri is a village situated in the Rajagangapur tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajagangapur and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Budham serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kichimiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kichimiri is 384260. The village covers a total geographical area of 267 hectares and falls under the 770017 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kichimiri 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 Kichimiri
As per Census 2011, Kichimiri village has a total population of 247 people, consisting of 124 males and 123 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 94 literate and 153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 242 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kichimiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 247 | 124 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 242 | 121 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 57 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 67 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Kichimiri
Kichimiri 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 Kichimiri
Kichimiri 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 >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 Kichimiri is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kichimiri is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kichimiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kichimiri 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 Kichimiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kichimiri 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 Kichimiri
Where is Kichimiri located?
Kichimiri village is located in Rajagangapur Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kichimiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Kichimiri is Budham.
What is the pincode of Kichimiri?
The pincode of Kichimiri is 770017.
What is the population of Kichimiri?
Kichimiri has a total population of 247, including 124 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Kichimiri?
There are 54 households in Kichimiri.
What is the literacy rate in Kichimiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kichimiri is 38.06%. Male literacy is 45.97% and female literacy is 30.08%.