Jamuguda - Gudari, Rayagada
Jamuguda is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . M.k.rai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamuguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamuguda is 426986. The village covers a total geographical area of 720 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jamuguda 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 Jamuguda
According to the 2011 Census, Jamuguda village had a total population of 123 people, including 62 males and 61 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.11%, with male literacy at 93.48% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 123.
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 | 123 | 62 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 62 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 19 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Jamuguda
Jamuguda 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 Jamuguda
Jamuguda 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 >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 Jamuguda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Jamuguda is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamuguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamuguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jamuguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamuguda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jamuguda
Where is Jamuguda located?
Jamuguda village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamuguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamuguda is M.k.rai.
What is the pincode of Jamuguda?
The pincode of Jamuguda is 765026.
What is the population of Jamuguda?
Jamuguda had a total population of 123, including 62 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Jamuguda?
Jamuguda had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamuguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamuguda was 82.11%. Male literacy was 93.48% and female literacy was 71.43%.