Pusuguda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Pusuguda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Dalikuji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pusuguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pusuguda is 425146. The village covers a total geographical area of 99 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Pusuguda 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 Pusuguda
As per Census 2011, Pusuguda village has a total population of 325 people, consisting of 136 males and 189 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 1,389 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 105 literate and 220 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 195 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pusuguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 325 | 136 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 56 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 80 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 61 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 75 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Pusuguda
Pusuguda 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 Pusuguda
Public transport in the Pusuguda 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 >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 Pusuguda is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Pusuguda is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pusuguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pusuguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pusuguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pusuguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pusuguda
Where is Pusuguda located?
Pusuguda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pusuguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pusuguda is Dalikuji.
What is the pincode of Pusuguda?
The pincode of Pusuguda is 765020.
What is the population of Pusuguda?
Pusuguda has a total population of 325, including 136 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Pusuguda?
There are 95 households in Pusuguda.
What is the literacy rate in Pusuguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pusuguda is 32.31%. Male literacy is 44.85% and female literacy is 23.28%.