Andriguda - Umarkote, Nabarangpur
Andriguda is a village situated in the Umarkote tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Raighar and around 56 km from Nabarangapur . Kopena serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andriguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andriguda is 427269. The village covers a total geographical area of 257 hectares and falls under the 764088 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Andriguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andriguda
As per Census 2011, Andriguda village has a total population of 1,254 people, consisting of 624 males and 630 females. The village has 252 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 309 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 288 literate and 966 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,005 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andriguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,254 | 624 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 146 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,005 | 510 | 495 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 210 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 966 | 414 | 552 |
Transport and Connectivity of Andriguda
Andriguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Andriguda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Andriguda is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andriguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andriguda 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 Andriguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andriguda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Andriguda
Where is Andriguda located?
Andriguda village is located in Umarkote Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andriguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Andriguda is Kopena.
What is the pincode of Andriguda?
The pincode of Andriguda is 764088.
What is the population of Andriguda?
Andriguda has a total population of 1,254, including 624 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Andriguda?
There are 252 households in Andriguda.
What is the literacy rate in Andriguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andriguda is 22.97%. Male literacy is 33.65% and female literacy is 12.38%.