Malaguda - Raikia, Kandhamal
Malaguda is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Manikeswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malaguda is 417600. The village covers a total geographical area of 179 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 32 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 G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malaguda
As per Census 2011, Malaguda village has a total population of 117 people, consisting of 61 males and 56 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 50 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 77 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 39 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 33 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 28 | 39 |
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
Malaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Malaguda is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Malaguda is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 2-5 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 5-10 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 Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Malaguda is Manikeswar.
What is the pincode of Malaguda?
The pincode of Malaguda is 762101.
What is the population of Malaguda?
Malaguda has a total population of 117, including 61 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Malaguda?
There are 28 households in Malaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Malaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malaguda is 42.74%. Male literacy is 54.10% and female literacy is 30.36%.