Lotaguda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Lotaguda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chatikona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lotaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lotaguda is 425229. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Lotaguda 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 Lotaguda
As per Census 2011, Lotaguda village has a total population of 347 people, consisting of 177 males and 170 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 146 literate and 201 illiterate residents. Additionally, 347 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lotaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 347 | 177 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 347 | 177 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 87 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 90 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Lotaguda
Lotaguda 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 Lotaguda
Public transport in the Lotaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Lotaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Lotaguda is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Lotaguda is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lotaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lotaguda 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 Lotaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lotaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lotaguda
Where is Lotaguda located?
Lotaguda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lotaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Lotaguda is Chatikona.
What is the pincode of Lotaguda?
The pincode of Lotaguda is 765019.
What is the population of Lotaguda?
Lotaguda has a total population of 347, including 177 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Lotaguda?
There are 77 households in Lotaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Lotaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lotaguda is 42.07%. Male literacy is 49.15% and female literacy is 34.71%.