Kapuguta - Raikia, Kandhamal
Kapuguta is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sugudabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapuguta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapuguta is 417571. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Kapuguta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kapuguta
According to the 2011 Census, Kapuguta village had a total population of 206 people, including 102 males and 104 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.13%, with male literacy at 82.22% and female literacy at 43.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 101.
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 | 206 | 102 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 47 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 74 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 28 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Kapuguta
Kapuguta 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 Kapuguta
Kapuguta 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Kapuguta is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kapuguta is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapuguta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapuguta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kapuguta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapuguta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kapuguta
Where is Kapuguta located?
Kapuguta village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapuguta?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapuguta is Sugudabadi.
What is the pincode of Kapuguta?
The pincode of Kapuguta is 762101.
What is the population of Kapuguta?
Kapuguta had a total population of 206, including 102 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Kapuguta?
Kapuguta had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kapuguta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapuguta was 63.13%. Male literacy was 82.22% and female literacy was 43.82%.