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
According to the 2011 Census, Malaguda village had a total population of 117 people, including 61 males and 56 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.54%, with male literacy at 62.26% and female literacy at 34.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 77.
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 | 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 had a total population of 117, including 61 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Malaguda?
Malaguda had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malaguda was 48.54%. Male literacy was 62.26% and female literacy was 34.00%.