Bituguda - Pottangi, Koraput
Bituguda is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pottangi and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Pottangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bituguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bituguda is 430053. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Bituguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bituguda
According to the 2011 Census, Bituguda village had a total population of 281 people, including 140 males and 141 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.76%, with male literacy at 45.83% and female literacy at 16.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 276.
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 | 281 | 140 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 20 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 276 | 136 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 55 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 85 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Bituguda
Bituguda 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 Bituguda
Public transport in the Bituguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Bituguda is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Bituguda is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bituguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bituguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bituguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bituguda 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 Bituguda
Where is Bituguda located?
Bituguda village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bituguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bituguda is Pottangi.
What is the pincode of Bituguda?
The pincode of Bituguda is 764039.
What is the population of Bituguda?
Bituguda had a total population of 281, including 140 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Bituguda?
Bituguda had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bituguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bituguda was 31.76%. Male literacy was 45.83% and female literacy was 16.81%.