Goudaguda - Pottangi, Koraput
Goudaguda is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pottangi and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Sunki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goudaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goudaguda is 430069. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Goudaguda 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 Goudaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Goudaguda village had a total population of 207 people, including 108 males and 99 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.22%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 21.11%.
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 | 207 | 108 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 18 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 30 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 78 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Goudaguda
Goudaguda 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 Goudaguda
Public transport in the Goudaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Goudaguda.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Goudaguda is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Goudaguda is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goudaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goudaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Goudaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goudaguda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Goudaguda
Where is Goudaguda located?
Goudaguda village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Goudaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Goudaguda is Sunki.
What is the pincode of Goudaguda?
The pincode of Goudaguda is 764039.
What is the population of Goudaguda?
Goudaguda had a total population of 207, including 108 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Goudaguda?
Goudaguda had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Goudaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goudaguda was 27.22%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 21.11%.