Iswarguda - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Iswarguda is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Badapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Iswarguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Iswarguda is 430617. The village covers a total geographical area of 145 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Iswarguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Iswarguda
According to the 2011 Census, Iswarguda village had a total population of 38 people, including 20 males and 18 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.31%, with male literacy at 64.29% and female literacy at 16.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 38.
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 | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 9 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 11 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Iswarguda
Iswarguda 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 Iswarguda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Iswarguda. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Iswarguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Iswarguda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Iswarguda is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Iswarguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Iswarguda 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 Iswarguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Iswarguda 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 Iswarguda
Where is Iswarguda located?
Iswarguda village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Iswarguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Iswarguda is Badapadar.
What is the pincode of Iswarguda?
The pincode of Iswarguda is 764052.
What is the population of Iswarguda?
Iswarguda had a total population of 38, including 20 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Iswarguda?
Iswarguda had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Iswarguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Iswarguda was 42.31%. Male literacy was 64.29% and female literacy was 16.67%.