Miriguda - Kotpad, Koraput
Miriguda is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Sargiguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Miriguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Miriguda is 428127. The village covers a total geographical area of 362 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Miriguda 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 Miriguda
As per Census 2011, Miriguda village has a total population of 749 people, consisting of 380 males and 369 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 201 literate and 548 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 526 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Miriguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 749 | 380 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 86 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 96 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 526 | 265 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 118 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 548 | 262 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Miriguda
Miriguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bangaguda | South-East | 1.08 km |
| Sorgiguda( Pakhanaguda) | East | 2.23 km |
| Hardoli (hordoli) | West | 3.27 km |
| Batasona | North | 3.33 km |
| Nehurupali | South | 3.95 km |
| Chitagam | North-West | 4.00 km |
| Andiramunda | East | 4.06 km |
| Kurlubhatta | East | 4.36 km |
| Dhanpur | North | 4.62 km |
| Ghumargam(ghomar) | South-West | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Miriguda
Public transport in the Miriguda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Charamula Kusum, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Miriguda is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Miriguda is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Miriguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Miriguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Miriguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Miriguda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Miriguda
Where is Miriguda located?
Miriguda village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Miriguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Miriguda is Sargiguda.
What is the pincode of Miriguda?
The pincode of Miriguda is 764058.
What is the population of Miriguda?
Miriguda has a total population of 749, including 380 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Miriguda?
There are 200 households in Miriguda.
What is the literacy rate in Miriguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Miriguda is 26.84%. Male literacy is 31.05% and female literacy is 22.49%.