Khutuguda - Umarkote, Nabarangpur
Khutuguda is a village situated in the Umarkote tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Umarkote and around 70 km from Nabarangapur . Badakumari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khutuguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khutuguda is 427397. The village covers a total geographical area of 790 hectares and falls under the 764073 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Khutuguda 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 Khutuguda
As per Census 2011, Khutuguda village has a total population of 3,442 people, consisting of 1,745 males and 1,697 females. The village has 746 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 592 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,381 literate and 2,061 illiterate residents. Additionally, 941 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,627 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khutuguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,442 | 1,745 | 1,697 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 592 | 288 | 304 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 941 | 488 | 453 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,627 | 806 | 821 |
| Literate Population | 1,381 | 849 | 532 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,061 | 896 | 1,165 |
Nearby Villages of Khutuguda
Khutuguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohuli | South | 1.95 km |
| Sanabharandi | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Badabharandi | East | 2.89 km |
| Dhodra | South-East | 3.49 km |
| Telakanari | East | 3.99 km |
| Bhimaguda | South-East | 4.01 km |
| Khatiguda | South | 4.06 km |
| Badabasini | North-East | 4.74 km |
| Bidiriguda | South-East | 4.94 km |
| Chingidiguda | North-East | 4.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khutuguda
Khutuguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Amagura, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.1 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 Khutuguda is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Khutuguda is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khutuguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khutuguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khutuguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khutuguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khutuguda
Where is Khutuguda located?
Khutuguda village is located in Umarkote Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khutuguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Khutuguda is Badakumari.
What is the pincode of Khutuguda?
The pincode of Khutuguda is 764073.
What is the population of Khutuguda?
Khutuguda has a total population of 3,442, including 1,745 males and 1,697 females.
How many households are there in Khutuguda?
There are 746 households in Khutuguda.
What is the literacy rate in Khutuguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khutuguda is 40.12%. Male literacy is 48.65% and female literacy is 31.35%.