Nigunaguda - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Nigunaguda is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Kiapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nigunaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nigunaguda is 424254. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Nigunaguda 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 Nigunaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Nigunaguda village had a total population of 119 people, including 61 males and 58 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.78%, with male literacy at 34.78% and female literacy at 20.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 102.
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 | 119 | 61 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 51 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 45 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Nigunaguda
Nigunaguda 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 Nigunaguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Nigunaguda. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Nigunaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Nigunaguda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Nigunaguda is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nigunaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nigunaguda 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 Nigunaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nigunaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nigunaguda
Where is Nigunaguda located?
Nigunaguda village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nigunaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Nigunaguda is Kiapadar.
What is the pincode of Nigunaguda?
The pincode of Nigunaguda is 766037.
What is the population of Nigunaguda?
Nigunaguda had a total population of 119, including 61 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Nigunaguda?
Nigunaguda had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nigunaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nigunaguda was 27.78%. Male literacy was 34.78% and female literacy was 20.45%.