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
According to the 2011 Census, Koyaguda village had a total population of 165 people, including 78 males and 87 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,115 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 8.63%, with male literacy at 15.63% and female literacy at 2.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 165.
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 | 165 | 78 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 165, including 78 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Koyaguda?
Koyaguda had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koyaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koyaguda was 8.63%. Male literacy was 15.63% and female literacy was 2.67%.