Phukiaguda - Kundura, Koraput
Phukiaguda is a village situated in the Kundura tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundura and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Lima serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phukiaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phukiaguda is 429168. The village covers a total geographical area of 425 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Phukiaguda 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 Phukiaguda
As per Census 2011, Phukiaguda village has a total population of 659 people, consisting of 329 males and 330 females. The village has 176 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 433 literate and 226 illiterate residents. Additionally, 217 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 414 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phukiaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 659 | 329 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 91 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 108 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 414 | 208 | 206 |
| Literate Population | 433 | 220 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 109 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Phukiaguda
Phukiaguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Majhiguda | South-East | 1.47 km |
| Banuaguda | East | 2.33 km |
| Jhiligan | North | 2.42 km |
| Limma | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Naragam | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Taraput | South-East | 3.49 km |
| Ghiuriaguda | West | 3.67 km |
| Gundala | South-West | 3.78 km |
| Uduliaguda | East | 4.04 km |
| Heruguda | North | 4.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phukiaguda
Phukiaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhanapur Orissa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.8 km.
| 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 Sunabeda to Phukiaguda is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Phukiaguda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phukiaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phukiaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Phukiaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phukiaguda 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Phukiaguda
Where is Phukiaguda located?
Phukiaguda village is located in Kundura Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phukiaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Phukiaguda is Lima.
What is the pincode of Phukiaguda?
The pincode of Phukiaguda is 764002.
What is the population of Phukiaguda?
Phukiaguda has a total population of 659, including 329 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Phukiaguda?
There are 176 households in Phukiaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Phukiaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phukiaguda is 65.71%. Male literacy is 66.87% and female literacy is 64.55%.