Phasiguda Village - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Phasiguda is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Phasiguda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phasiguda is 412730. The village covers a total geographical area of 461 hectares and falls under the 761055 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Phasiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phasiguda
As per Census 2011, Phasiguda village has a total population of 3,172 people, consisting of 1,523 males and 1,649 females. The village has 665 households and a sex ratio of 1,082 females per 1,000 males. There are 446 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,561 literate and 1,611 illiterate residents. Additionally, 583 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phasiguda are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,172 | 1,523 | 1,649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 446 | 215 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 583 | 258 | 325 |
| Literate Population | 1,561 | 925 | 636 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,611 | 598 | 1,013 |
Nearby Villages of Phasiguda
Phasiguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jalameripalli | South | 1.35 km |
| Gumma | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Amalaguda | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Singipur | North | 2.35 km |
| Moulabhanaja | East | 2.35 km |
| Dherendi | South | 2.36 km |
| Jakameri Palli | South-West | 2.80 km |
| Bangarada | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Kansamari | North | 3.13 km |
| Dharmapur | North-West | 3.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phasiguda
Phasiguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Golanthra, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 124.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Phasiguda is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Phasiguda is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phasiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phasiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Phasiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phasiguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Phasiguda
Where is Phasiguda located?
Phasiguda village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phasiguda?
Phasiguda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Phasiguda?
The pincode of Phasiguda is 761055.
What is the population of Phasiguda?
Phasiguda has a total population of 3,172, including 1,523 males and 1,649 females.
How many households are there in Phasiguda?
There are 665 households in Phasiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Phasiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phasiguda is 49.21%. Male literacy is 60.74% and female literacy is 38.57%.