Batiguda - Boipariguda, Koraput
Batiguda is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Dandabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batiguda is 429400. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 764043 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Batiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batiguda
As per Census 2011, Batiguda village has a total population of 104 people, consisting of 57 males and 47 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 824 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 17 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Batiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 104 | 57 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 47 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Batiguda
Batiguda 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 Batiguda
Batiguda 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 Jeypur to Batiguda is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Batiguda is about 79 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 Batiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batiguda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Batiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batiguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Batiguda
Where is Batiguda located?
Batiguda village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Batiguda is Dandabadi.
What is the pincode of Batiguda?
The pincode of Batiguda is 764043.
What is the population of Batiguda?
Batiguda has a total population of 104, including 57 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Batiguda?
There are 27 households in Batiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Batiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batiguda is 16.35%. Male literacy is 17.54% and female literacy is 14.89%.