Jagudi - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Jagudi is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sirla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jagudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jagudi is 416948. The village covers a total geographical area of 265 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Jagudi 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 Jagudi
According to the 2011 Census, Jagudi village had a total population of 214 people, including 91 males and 123 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,352 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.16%, with male literacy at 41.27% and female literacy at 18.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 205.
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 | 214 | 91 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 205 | 87 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 65 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Jagudi
Jagudi 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 Jagudi
Jagudi 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 Phulabani to Jagudi is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Jagudi is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jagudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jagudi 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 Jagudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jagudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jagudi
Where is Jagudi located?
Jagudi village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jagudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Jagudi is Sirla.
What is the pincode of Jagudi?
The pincode of Jagudi is 762107.
What is the population of Jagudi?
Jagudi had a total population of 214, including 91 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Jagudi?
Jagudi had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jagudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jagudi was 27.16%. Male literacy was 41.27% and female literacy was 18.18%.