Jambuguda - Gudari, Rayagada
Jambuguda is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Pendili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jambuguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jambuguda is 426968. The village covers a total geographical area of 239 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Jambuguda 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 Jambuguda
According to the 2011 Census, Jambuguda village had a total population of 161 people, including 84 males and 77 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.53%, with male literacy at 55.22% and female literacy at 32.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 160.
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 | 161 | 84 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 84 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 37 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 47 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Jambuguda
Jambuguda 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 Jambuguda
Jambuguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gudari to Jambuguda is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Jambuguda is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jambuguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jambuguda 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 Jambuguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jambuguda 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 Jambuguda
Where is Jambuguda located?
Jambuguda village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jambuguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Jambuguda is Pendili.
What is the pincode of Jambuguda?
The pincode of Jambuguda is 765026.
What is the population of Jambuguda?
Jambuguda had a total population of 161, including 84 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Jambuguda?
Jambuguda had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jambuguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jambuguda was 44.53%. Male literacy was 55.22% and female literacy was 32.79%.