Kowasiguda
Kowasiguda is a village located in Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Kalimela (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Malkangiri . As per 2009 stats, Koimetla is the gram panchayat of Kowasiguda village.
Here you can discover what makes Kowasiguda unique in its vibrant Kalimela-Malkangiri region. You’ll see Kowasiguda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kowasiguda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kowasiguda is 430988. The village spans a total geographical area of 370 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764047. Malkangiri is nearest town to Kowasiguda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
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Population of Kowasiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Kowasiguda has a total population of about 1,405, with approximately 732 males and 673 females. The sex ratio is around 919 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 251 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 921 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 190. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.96%, with male literacy at about 60.93% and female literacy near 42.20%. There are around 304 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kowasiguda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,405 | 732 | 673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 131 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 921 | 492 | 429 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 190 | 88 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 730 | 446 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 675 | 286 | 389 |
Connectivity of Kowasiguda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kowasiguda. As per the 2011 stats, Kowasiguda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kowasiguda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kowasiguda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kowasiguda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kowasiguda
- Where is Kowasiguda located?
- Kowasiguda village is situated in Kalimela Tehsil, within the Malkangiri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kowasiguda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kowasiguda is Koimetla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kowasiguda?
- The pincode of Kowasiguda is 764047, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kowasiguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kowasiguda is 1,405, with 732 males and 673 females.
- How many households are there in Kowasiguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kowasiguda village has a total of 304 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kowasiguda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kowasiguda is 51.96%. The male literacy rate is 60.93%, while the female literacy rate is 42.20%.