Gaudaguda - Dasamantapur, Koraput
Gaudaguda is a village situated in the Dasamantapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasamantapur and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Girligumma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaudaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaudaguda is 428390. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 764028 pincode. Kotpad is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Gaudaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaudaguda
As per Census 2011, Gaudaguda village has a total population of 291 people, consisting of 142 males and 149 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 110 literate and 181 illiterate residents. Additionally, 147 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaudaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 291 | 142 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 16 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 74 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 68 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 74 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Gaudaguda
Gaudaguda 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 Gaudaguda
Gaudaguda 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 | 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 Kotpad to Gaudaguda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Gaudaguda 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 Gaudaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaudaguda 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 Gaudaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaudaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gaudaguda
Where is Gaudaguda located?
Gaudaguda village is located in Dasamantapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaudaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaudaguda is Girligumma.
What is the pincode of Gaudaguda?
The pincode of Gaudaguda is 764028.
What is the population of Gaudaguda?
Gaudaguda has a total population of 291, including 142 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Gaudaguda?
There are 82 households in Gaudaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Gaudaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaudaguda is 37.80%. Male literacy is 47.89% and female literacy is 28.19%.