Idigunda - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Idigunda is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. Nalagunthi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Idigunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Idigunda is 431113. The village covers a total geographical area of 326 hectares and falls under the 764087 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Idigunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Idigunda
According to the 2011 Census, Idigunda village had a total population of 116 people, including 56 males and 60 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.71%, with male literacy at 38.64% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 116.
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 | 116 | 56 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 56 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 39 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Idigunda
Idigunda 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 Idigunda
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Idigunda is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Idigunda is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Idigunda
Where is Idigunda located?
Idigunda village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Idigunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Idigunda is Nalagunthi.
What is the pincode of Idigunda?
The pincode of Idigunda is 764087.
What is the population of Idigunda?
Idigunda had a total population of 116, including 56 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Idigunda?
Idigunda had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Idigunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Idigunda was 35.71%. Male literacy was 38.64% and female literacy was 33.33%.