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
According to the 2011 Census, Lotaguda village had a total population of 347 people, including 177 males and 170 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.52%, with male literacy at 59.18% and female literacy at 41.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 347.
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 | 347 | 177 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 347 | 177 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 347, including 177 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Lotaguda?
Lotaguda had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lotaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lotaguda was 50.52%. Male literacy was 59.18% and female literacy was 41.55%.