Kutiguda - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Kutiguda is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dharakote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kutiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kutiguda is 417181. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 127 km away.
Kutiguda 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 Kutiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Kutiguda village had a total population of 495 people, including 229 males and 266 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 1,162 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.51%, with male literacy at 46.35% and female literacy at 23.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 338.
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 | 495 | 229 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 37 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 50 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 338 | 150 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 89 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 140 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Kutiguda
Kutiguda 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 Kutiguda
Public transport in the Kutiguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rayagada to Kutiguda is about 127 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kutiguda is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kutiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kutiguda 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 Kutiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kutiguda 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 Kutiguda
Where is Kutiguda located?
Kutiguda village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kutiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kutiguda is Dharakote.
What is the pincode of Kutiguda?
The pincode of Kutiguda is 762105.
What is the population of Kutiguda?
Kutiguda had a total population of 495, including 229 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Kutiguda?
Kutiguda had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kutiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kutiguda was 34.51%. Male literacy was 46.35% and female literacy was 23.41%.