Kanaguda - Kundura, Koraput
Kanaguda is a village situated in the Kundura tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundura and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Bagderi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanaguda is 429108. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Kanaguda 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 Kanaguda
As per Census 2011, Kanaguda village has a total population of 548 people, consisting of 257 males and 291 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 1,132 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 94 literate and 454 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 410 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 548 | 257 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 50 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 18 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 410 | 191 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 56 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 201 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Kanaguda
Kanaguda 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 Kanaguda
Public transport in the Kanaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kanaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Sunabeda to Kanaguda is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kanaguda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanaguda 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 Kanaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanaguda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanaguda
Where is Kanaguda located?
Kanaguda village is located in Kundura Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanaguda is Bagderi.
What is the pincode of Kanaguda?
The pincode of Kanaguda is 764002.
What is the population of Kanaguda?
Kanaguda has a total population of 548, including 257 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Kanaguda?
There are 127 households in Kanaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Kanaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanaguda is 17.15%. Male literacy is 21.79% and female literacy is 13.06%.