Kutiguda - Mohana, Gajapati
Kutiguda is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Karachabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kutiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kutiguda is 413812. The village covers a total geographical area of 163 hectares and falls under the 761217 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Kutiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kutiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Kutiguda village had a total population of 288 people, including 136 males and 152 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,118 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.83%, with male literacy at 94.78% and female literacy at 77.60%.
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 | 288 | 136 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 109 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 27 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Kutiguda
Kutiguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Panduguda | West | 1.13 km |
| Pakhanaguda | West | 2.36 km |
| Jabaguda | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Kandapuri | North | 2.45 km |
| Parajaguda | West | 2.58 km |
| Nenganal | West | 2.68 km |
| Rajoda | South-West | 2.69 km |
| Churuchunda | South | 2.79 km |
| Dangachua | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Junapani | North-West | 3.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kutiguda
Kutiguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambagaon, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Digapahandi to Kutiguda is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Kutiguda is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kutiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kutiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kutiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kutiguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kutiguda
Where is Kutiguda located?
Kutiguda village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kutiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kutiguda is Karachabadi.
What is the pincode of Kutiguda?
The pincode of Kutiguda is 761217.
What is the population of Kutiguda?
Kutiguda had a total population of 288, including 136 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Kutiguda?
Kutiguda had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kutiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kutiguda was 85.83%. Male literacy was 94.78% and female literacy was 77.60%.