Panuguda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Panuguda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kumardhamuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panuguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panuguda is 425392. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Panuguda 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 Panuguda
According to the 2011 Census, Panuguda village had a total population of 65 people, including 36 males and 29 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 806 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.12%, with male literacy at 42.42% and female literacy at 7.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 59.
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 | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 14 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 22 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Panuguda
Panuguda 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 Panuguda
Public transport in the Panuguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Panuguda is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Panuguda is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panuguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panuguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panuguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panuguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Panuguda
Where is Panuguda located?
Panuguda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panuguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Panuguda is Kumardhamuni.
What is the pincode of Panuguda?
The pincode of Panuguda is 765019.
What is the population of Panuguda?
Panuguda had a total population of 65, including 36 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Panuguda?
Panuguda had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panuguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panuguda was 27.12%. Male literacy was 42.42% and female literacy was 7.69%.