Poiguda
Poiguda is a village located in Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Lanjigarh (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Bijepur is the gram panchayat of Poiguda village.
Here you can discover what makes Poiguda unique in its vibrant Lanjigarh-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Poiguda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Poiguda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poiguda is 423126. The village spans a total geographical area of 504 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766027. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Poiguda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.
Google Map of Poiguda
Population of Poiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Poiguda has a total population of about 222, with approximately 102 males and 120 females. The sex ratio is around 1176 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 49 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 18 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 182. The overall literacy rate is approximately 5.41%, with male literacy at about 6.86% and female literacy near 4.17%. There are around 42 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Poiguda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 222 | 102 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 81 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 95 | 115 |
Connectivity of Poiguda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poiguda. As per the 2011 stats, Poiguda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Poiguda
Knowing the nearby villages of Poiguda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poiguda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Poiguda
- Where is Poiguda located?
- Poiguda village is situated in Lanjigarh Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Poiguda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Poiguda is Bijepur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Poiguda?
- The pincode of Poiguda is 766027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Poiguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poiguda is 222, with 102 males and 120 females.
- How many households are there in Poiguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Poiguda village has a total of 42 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Poiguda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poiguda is 5.41%. The male literacy rate is 6.86%, while the female literacy rate is 4.17%.