Koyaguda - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Koyaguda is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalimela and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Venkatapallam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koyaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koyaguda is 430995. The village covers a total geographical area of 484 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Koyaguda 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 Koyaguda
As per Census 2011, Koyaguda village has a total population of 165 people, consisting of 78 males and 87 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,115 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 12 literate and 153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koyaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 165 | 78 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 165 | 78 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 10 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 68 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Koyaguda
Koyaguda 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 Koyaguda
Koyaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Balimela to Koyaguda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Koyaguda is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koyaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koyaguda 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Koyaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koyaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Koyaguda
Where is Koyaguda located?
Koyaguda village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koyaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Koyaguda is Venkatapallam.
What is the pincode of Koyaguda?
The pincode of Koyaguda is 764086.
What is the population of Koyaguda?
Koyaguda has a total population of 165, including 78 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Koyaguda?
There are 42 households in Koyaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Koyaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koyaguda is 7.27%. Male literacy is 12.82% and female literacy is 2.30%.