Chaudaguda - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Chaudaguda is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Karlapat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaudaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaudaguda is 424278. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Chaudaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaudaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Chaudaguda village had a total population of 50 people, including 28 males and 22 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 786 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.50%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 50 | 28 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 18 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 10 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Chaudaguda
Chaudaguda 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 Chaudaguda
Chaudaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bhawanipatna to Chaudaguda is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaudaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaudaguda 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 Chaudaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaudaguda 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 Chaudaguda
Where is Chaudaguda located?
Chaudaguda village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaudaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaudaguda is Karlapat.
What is the pincode of Chaudaguda?
The pincode of Chaudaguda is 766037.
What is the population of Chaudaguda?
Chaudaguda had a total population of 50, including 28 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Chaudaguda?
Chaudaguda had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaudaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaudaguda was 67.50%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 50.00%.