Amguda - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Amguda is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Khambaldi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amguda is 423898. The village covers a total geographical area of 254 hectares and falls under the 766016 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Amguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amguda
As per Census 2011, Amguda village has a total population of 617 people, consisting of 310 males and 307 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 311 literate and 306 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 617 | 310 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 42 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 186 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 124 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Amguda
Amguda 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 Amguda
Amguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Junagarh to Amguda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Amguda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Amguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amguda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Amguda
Where is Amguda located?
Amguda village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Amguda is Khambaldi.
What is the pincode of Amguda?
The pincode of Amguda is 766016.
What is the population of Amguda?
Amguda has a total population of 617, including 310 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Amguda?
There are 171 households in Amguda.
What is the literacy rate in Amguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amguda is 50.41%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 40.72%.