Kodihanda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Kodihanda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Raskola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kodihanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kodihanda is 425339. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Kodihanda 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 Kodihanda
According to the 2011 Census, Kodihanda village had a total population of 105 people, including 49 males and 56 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,143 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 10.59%, with male literacy at 21.62% and female literacy at 2.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 105.
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 | 105 | 49 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 49 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 8 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 41 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Kodihanda
Kodihanda 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 Kodihanda
Public transport in the Kodihanda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gunupur to Kodihanda is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kodihanda is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kodihanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kodihanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kodihanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kodihanda 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 Kodihanda
Where is Kodihanda located?
Kodihanda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kodihanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kodihanda is Raskola.
What is the pincode of Kodihanda?
The pincode of Kodihanda is 765019.
What is the population of Kodihanda?
Kodihanda had a total population of 105, including 49 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Kodihanda?
Kodihanda had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kodihanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kodihanda was 10.59%. Male literacy was 21.62% and female literacy was 2.08%.