Radiguma - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Radiguma is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 143 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Judaballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Radiguma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Radiguma is 417195. The village covers a total geographical area of 429 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 102 km away.
Radiguma 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 Radiguma
According to the 2011 Census, Radiguma village had a total population of 348 people, including 154 males and 194 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 1,260 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.01%, with male literacy at 79.37% and female literacy at 52.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 33.
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 | 348 | 154 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 28 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 100 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 54 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Radiguma
Radiguma 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 Radiguma
Public transport in the Radiguma is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Radiguma is about 102 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Radiguma is about 143 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Radiguma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Radiguma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Radiguma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Radiguma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Radiguma
Where is Radiguma located?
Radiguma village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Radiguma?
The Gram Panchayat of Radiguma is Judaballi.
What is the pincode of Radiguma?
The pincode of Radiguma is 762105.
What is the population of Radiguma?
Radiguma had a total population of 348, including 154 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Radiguma?
Radiguma had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Radiguma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Radiguma was 64.01%. Male literacy was 79.37% and female literacy was 52.15%.