Pichiliguda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Pichiliguda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kumardhamuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pichiliguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pichiliguda is 425422. The village covers a total geographical area of 196 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Pichiliguda 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 Pichiliguda
According to the 2011 Census, Pichiliguda village had a total population of 448 people, including 212 males and 236 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,113 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 14.45%, with male literacy at 20.37% and female literacy at 9.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 412.
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 | 448 | 212 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 50 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 412 | 194 | 218 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 33 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 179 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Pichiliguda
Pichiliguda 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 Pichiliguda
Pichiliguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Pichiliguda is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Pichiliguda is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pichiliguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pichiliguda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pichiliguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pichiliguda 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 Pichiliguda
Where is Pichiliguda located?
Pichiliguda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pichiliguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pichiliguda is Kumardhamuni.
What is the pincode of Pichiliguda?
The pincode of Pichiliguda is 765019.
What is the population of Pichiliguda?
Pichiliguda had a total population of 448, including 212 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Pichiliguda?
Pichiliguda had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pichiliguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pichiliguda was 14.45%. Male literacy was 20.37% and female literacy was 9.42%.