Litiguda - Sinapali, Nuapada
Litiguda is a village situated in the Sinapali tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinapali and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Litiguda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Litiguda is 422215. The village covers a total geographical area of 528 hectares and falls under the 766108 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Litiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Litiguda
As per Census 2011, Litiguda village has a total population of 1,819 people, consisting of 883 males and 936 females. The village has 446 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 870 literate and 949 illiterate residents. Additionally, 247 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 699 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Litiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,819 | 883 | 936 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 123 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 117 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 699 | 332 | 367 |
| Literate Population | 870 | 509 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 949 | 374 | 575 |
Nearby Villages of Litiguda
Litiguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barpadar | West | 1.85 km |
| Chancharabhata | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Kokpadar | South | 2.36 km |
| Hatibandha | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Jarelpadar | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Bharuamunda | West | 2.93 km |
| Chalna | North | 3.60 km |
| Nuapara | South-West | 3.99 km |
| Govindapur | West | 4.00 km |
| Badhunpani | South | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Litiguda
Litiguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Litiguda is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Litiguda is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Litiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Litiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Litiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Litiguda 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 Litiguda
Where is Litiguda located?
Litiguda village is located in Sinapali Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Litiguda?
Litiguda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Litiguda?
The pincode of Litiguda is 766108.
What is the population of Litiguda?
Litiguda has a total population of 1,819, including 883 males and 936 females.
How many households are there in Litiguda?
There are 446 households in Litiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Litiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Litiguda is 47.83%. Male literacy is 57.64% and female literacy is 38.57%.