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
According to the 2011 Census, Nirgundi village had a total population of 686 people, including 350 males and 336 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.10%, with male literacy at 67.47% and female literacy at 36.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 197, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 251.
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 | 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 had a total population of 686, including 350 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Nirgundi?
Nirgundi had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nirgundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nirgundi was 52.10%. Male literacy was 67.47% and female literacy was 36.40%.