Kaju - Gudari, Rayagada
Kaju is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Karlaghati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaju is 426896. The village covers a total geographical area of 456 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 102 km away.
Kaju 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 Kaju
As per Census 2011, Kaju village has a total population of 217 people, consisting of 99 males and 118 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 1,191 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 76 literate and 141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaju are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 217 | 99 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 22 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 57 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 42 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 46 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 53 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Kaju
Kaju 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 Kaju
Public transport in the Kaju is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kaju is about 102 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kaju is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaju 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 Kaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaju 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 Kaju
Where is Kaju located?
Kaju village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaju is Karlaghati.
What is the pincode of Kaju?
The pincode of Kaju is 765026.
What is the population of Kaju?
Kaju has a total population of 217, including 99 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Kaju?
There are 51 households in Kaju.
What is the literacy rate in Kaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaju is 35.02%. Male literacy is 46.46% and female literacy is 25.42%.