Kaithaguda - Surada, Ganjam
Kaithaguda is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 101 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Borasingi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaithaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaithaguda is 410901. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kaithaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaithaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Kaithaguda village had a total population of 583 people, including 289 males and 294 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.50%, with male literacy at 73.11% and female literacy at 52.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 583 | 289 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 305 | 174 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 115 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Kaithaguda
Kaithaguda 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 Kaithaguda
Public transport in the Kaithaguda 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Kaithaguda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Kaithaguda is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaithaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaithaguda 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 Kaithaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaithaguda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kaithaguda
Where is Kaithaguda located?
Kaithaguda village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kaithaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaithaguda is Borasingi.
What is the pincode of Kaithaguda?
The pincode of Kaithaguda is 761108.
What is the population of Kaithaguda?
Kaithaguda had a total population of 583, including 289 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Kaithaguda?
Kaithaguda had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaithaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaithaguda was 62.50%. Male literacy was 73.11% and female literacy was 52.40%.