Nediguda - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Nediguda is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Titrapanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nediguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nediguda is 415676. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 762029 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Nediguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nediguda
According to the 2011 Census, Nediguda village had a total population of 269 people, including 131 males and 138 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.29%, with male literacy at 79.13% and female literacy at 50.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 139, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.
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 | 269 | 131 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 71 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 91 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 40 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Nediguda
Nediguda 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 Nediguda
Nediguda 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 5-10 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 Phulabani to Nediguda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Nediguda is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nediguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nediguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nediguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nediguda 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nediguda
Where is Nediguda located?
Nediguda village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nediguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Nediguda is Titrapanga.
What is the pincode of Nediguda?
The pincode of Nediguda is 762029.
What is the population of Nediguda?
Nediguda had a total population of 269, including 131 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Nediguda?
Nediguda had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nediguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nediguda was 64.29%. Male literacy was 79.13% and female literacy was 50.41%.