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
According to the 2011 Census, Kanaguda village had a total population of 548 people, including 257 males and 291 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 1,132 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.56%, with male literacy at 27.05% and female literacy at 16.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 410.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 548, including 257 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Kanaguda?
Kanaguda had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanaguda was 21.56%. Male literacy was 27.05% and female literacy was 16.59%.