Malaguda - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Malaguda is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 171 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gugurumaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malaguda is 417169. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 146 km away.
Malaguda 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 Malaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Malaguda village had a total population of 13 people, including 9 males and 4 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 444 females per 1,000 males. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 9 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Malaguda
Malaguda 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 Malaguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Malaguda.
| 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 Malaguda is about 146 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Malaguda is about 171 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malaguda 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 Malaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malaguda 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 Malaguda
Where is Malaguda located?
Malaguda village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Malaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Malaguda is Gugurumaha.
What is the pincode of Malaguda?
The pincode of Malaguda is 762105.
What is the population of Malaguda?
Malaguda had a total population of 13, including 9 males and 4 females.
How many households are there in Malaguda?
Malaguda had 3 households.