Gaudaguda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Gaudaguda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bhatpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaudaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaudaguda is 425359. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Gaudaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaudaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Gaudaguda village had a total population of 206 people, including 89 males and 117 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,315 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.48%, with male literacy at 50.68% and female literacy at 34.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 204.
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 | 206 | 89 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 204 | 87 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 52 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Gaudaguda
Gaudaguda 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 Gaudaguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gaudaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rayagada to Gaudaguda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Gaudaguda is about 37 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 Gaudaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaudaguda 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gaudaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaudaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gaudaguda
Where is Gaudaguda located?
Gaudaguda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaudaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaudaguda is Bhatpur.
What is the pincode of Gaudaguda?
The pincode of Gaudaguda is 765019.
What is the population of Gaudaguda?
Gaudaguda had a total population of 206, including 89 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Gaudaguda?
Gaudaguda had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaudaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaudaguda was 41.48%. Male literacy was 50.68% and female literacy was 34.95%.