Gaiguda - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Gaiguda is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Buduballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaiguda is 425082. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Gaiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Gaiguda village had a total population of 94 people, including 43 males and 51 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,186 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.25%, with male literacy at 25.00% and female literacy at 18.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 93.
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 | 94 | 43 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 43 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 34 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Gaiguda
Gaiguda 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 Gaiguda
Public transport in the Gaiguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudari to Gaiguda is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Gaiguda is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gaiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaiguda 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 Gaiguda
Where is Gaiguda located?
Gaiguda village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gaiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaiguda is Buduballi.
What is the pincode of Gaiguda?
The pincode of Gaiguda is 765019.
What is the population of Gaiguda?
Gaiguda had a total population of 94, including 43 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Gaiguda?
Gaiguda had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaiguda was 21.25%. Male literacy was 25.00% and female literacy was 18.18%.