Chitrakonda PIN Codes: 764043 to 764086 | Malkangiri, Southern, Odisha

Key Facts

Chitrakonda is a town and administrative block located in the Malkangiri district of southern Odisha, India. Situated in the southwestern part of the district near the border with the neighboring state of Chhattisgarh, Chitrakonda lies within the Eastern Ghats region and is known for its strategic location along the Balimela Reservoir, which was formed by damming the Sileru River. The town serves as an important administrative center for the surrounding tribal-dominated areas and is part of the Swabhiman Anchal, a region that was historically cut off from mainstream development due to its difficult terrain and remoteness. Chitrakonda covers an area of approximately 500 square kilometers and has a population of around 50,000 people, primarily consisting of tribal communities such as the Kondhs and Bondas. The region is divided into several gram panchayats and villages, with Chitrakonda block itself comprising multiple revenue villages that fall under its jurisdiction. As a key location in this remote part of Odisha, Chitrakonda provides essential services and governance to the local population, making it crucial for accessing administrative information and postal services for its constituent villages and hamlets.

Neighboring Regions

• Malkangiri
• Kalimela
• Podia
• Mathili
• Sukma