Meheraguda - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Meheraguda is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 177 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gugurumaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meheraguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meheraguda is 417201. The village covers a total geographical area of 179 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 142 km away.
Meheraguda 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 Meheraguda
According to the 2011 Census, Meheraguda village had a total population of 199 people, including 100 males and 99 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.76%, with male literacy at 40.74% and female literacy at 30.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 192.
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 | 199 | 100 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 192 | 97 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 67 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Meheraguda
Meheraguda 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 Meheraguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Meheraguda.
| 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 Meheraguda is about 142 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Meheraguda is about 177 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 Meheraguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meheraguda 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 Meheraguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meheraguda 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 Meheraguda
Where is Meheraguda located?
Meheraguda village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Meheraguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Meheraguda is Gugurumaha.
What is the pincode of Meheraguda?
The pincode of Meheraguda is 762105.
What is the population of Meheraguda?
Meheraguda had a total population of 199, including 100 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Meheraguda?
Meheraguda had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meheraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meheraguda was 35.76%. Male literacy was 40.74% and female literacy was 30.95%.