Holadiguda - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Holadiguda is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 42 km from Dabugan and around 42 km from Nabarangapur . Dangariguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Holadiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Holadiguda is 427589. The village covers a total geographical area of 413 hectares and falls under the 764072 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Holadiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Holadiguda
As per Census 2011, Holadiguda village has a total population of 1,224 people, consisting of 605 males and 619 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 222 literate and 1,002 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,140 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Holadiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,224 | 605 | 619 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 146 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,140 | 564 | 576 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 148 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,002 | 457 | 545 |
Nearby Villages of Holadiguda
Holadiguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Arachitguda | South | 2.48 km |
| Chargam | South | 3.76 km |
| Tipaguda | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Medana | East | 4.47 km |
| Kanakote | North-West | 4.62 km |
| Siunaguda | South-East | 5.09 km |
| Butiaguda | South-East | 5.23 km |
| Dhamanaguda | South | 5.56 km |
| Chalanguda | South-East | 5.90 km |
| Anchala | East | 6.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Holadiguda
Holadiguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambagaon, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.0 km.
| 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 Umarkote to Holadiguda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Holadiguda is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Holadiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Holadiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Holadiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Holadiguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Holadiguda
Where is Holadiguda located?
Holadiguda village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Holadiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Holadiguda is Dangariguda.
What is the pincode of Holadiguda?
The pincode of Holadiguda is 764072.
What is the population of Holadiguda?
Holadiguda has a total population of 1,224, including 605 males and 619 females.
How many households are there in Holadiguda?
There are 268 households in Holadiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Holadiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Holadiguda is 18.14%. Male literacy is 24.46% and female literacy is 11.95%.