Kesariguda - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Kesariguda is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 139 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kotagarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kesariguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kesariguda is 417153. The village covers a total geographical area of 176 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 114 km away.
Kesariguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kesariguda
As per Census 2011, Kesariguda village has a total population of 593 people, consisting of 295 males and 298 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 239 literate and 354 illiterate residents. Additionally, 543 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kesariguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 593 | 295 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 51 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 543 | 275 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 20 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 160 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 135 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Kesariguda
Kesariguda 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 Kesariguda
Kesariguda 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 Rayagada to Kesariguda is about 114 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kesariguda is about 139 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kesariguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kesariguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kesariguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kesariguda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kesariguda
Where is Kesariguda located?
Kesariguda village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kesariguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kesariguda is Kotagarh.
What is the pincode of Kesariguda?
The pincode of Kesariguda is 762105.
What is the population of Kesariguda?
Kesariguda has a total population of 593, including 295 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Kesariguda?
There are 132 households in Kesariguda.
What is the literacy rate in Kesariguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kesariguda is 40.30%. Male literacy is 54.24% and female literacy is 26.51%.