Nirgundi - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Nirgundi 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 55 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Jhigidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nirgundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nirgundi is 425251. The village covers a total geographical area of 375 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Nirgundi 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 Nirgundi
As per Census 2011, Nirgundi village has a total population of 686 people, consisting of 350 males and 336 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 298 literate and 388 illiterate residents. Additionally, 197 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 251 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nirgundi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 686 | 350 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 61 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 102 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 251 | 130 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 195 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 155 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Nirgundi
Nirgundi 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 Nirgundi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Nirgundi. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Nirgundi.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Nirgundi is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Nirgundi is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nirgundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nirgundi 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 Nirgundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nirgundi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nirgundi
Where is Nirgundi located?
Nirgundi village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nirgundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Nirgundi is Jhigidi.
What is the pincode of Nirgundi?
The pincode of Nirgundi is 765019.
What is the population of Nirgundi?
Nirgundi has a total population of 686, including 350 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Nirgundi?
There are 154 households in Nirgundi.
What is the literacy rate in Nirgundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nirgundi is 43.44%. Male literacy is 55.71% and female literacy is 30.65%.