Maliguda - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Maliguda is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 178 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Marlanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maliguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maliguda is 417200. The village covers a total geographical area of 116 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 178 km away.
Maliguda 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 Maliguda
According to the 2011 Census, Maliguda village had a total population of 414 people, including 187 males and 227 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 1,214 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.39%, with male literacy at 47.02% and female literacy at 30.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 397.
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 | 414 | 187 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 36 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 397 | 178 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 71 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 116 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Maliguda
Maliguda 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 Maliguda
Maliguda 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Maliguda is about 178 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Maliguda is about 178 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maliguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maliguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Maliguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maliguda 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 Maliguda
Where is Maliguda located?
Maliguda village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Maliguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Maliguda is Marlanga.
What is the pincode of Maliguda?
The pincode of Maliguda is 762105.
What is the population of Maliguda?
Maliguda had a total population of 414, including 187 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Maliguda?
Maliguda had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maliguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maliguda was 38.39%. Male literacy was 47.02% and female literacy was 30.81%.