Kichinda - Rajagangapur, Sundargarh
Kichinda is a village situated in the Rajagangapur tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajagangapur and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Budham serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kichinda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kichinda is 384257. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 770017 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kichinda 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 Kichinda
According to the 2011 Census, Kichinda village had a total population of 367 people, including 176 males and 191 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.69%, with male literacy at 55.78% and female literacy at 42.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 345.
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 | 367 | 176 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 345 | 164 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 82 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 94 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Kichinda
Kichinda 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 Kichinda
Public transport in the Kichinda 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 Kichinda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kichinda is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kichinda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kichinda 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 Kichinda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kichinda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kichinda
Where is Kichinda located?
Kichinda village is located in Rajagangapur Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kichinda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kichinda is Budham.
What is the pincode of Kichinda?
The pincode of Kichinda is 770017.
What is the population of Kichinda?
Kichinda had a total population of 367, including 176 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Kichinda?
Kichinda had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kichinda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kichinda was 48.69%. Male literacy was 55.78% and female literacy was 42.14%.