Kuhudigam
Kuhudigam is a village located in Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 53km away from sub-district headquarter Kotpad (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Dhamanahandi is the gram panchayat of Kuhudigam village.
Here you can discover what makes Kuhudigam unique in its vibrant Kotpad-Koraput region. You’ll see Kuhudigam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kuhudigam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuhudigam is 428111. The village spans a total geographical area of 399 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764058. Jeypur is nearest town to Kuhudigam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
Google Map of Kuhudigam
Population of Kuhudigam
According to the 2011 Census, Kuhudigam has a total population of about 2,581, with approximately 1,288 males and 1,293 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 406 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 352 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,457. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.39%, with male literacy at about 51.55% and female literacy near 33.26%. There are around 673 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kuhudigam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,581 | 1,288 | 1,293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 406 | 202 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 352 | 168 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,457 | 731 | 726 |
| Literate Population | 1,094 | 664 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,487 | 624 | 863 |
Connectivity of Kuhudigam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuhudigam. As per the 2011 stats, Kuhudigam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kuhudigam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kuhudigam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kuhudigam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kuhudigam
- Where is Kuhudigam located?
- Kuhudigam village is situated in Kotpad Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kuhudigam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kuhudigam is Dhamanahandi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kuhudigam?
- The pincode of Kuhudigam is 764058, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kuhudigam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuhudigam is 2,581, with 1,288 males and 1,293 females.
- How many households are there in Kuhudigam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kuhudigam village has a total of 673 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kuhudigam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuhudigam is 42.39%. The male literacy rate is 51.55%, while the female literacy rate is 33.26%.