Khatiguda - Gudari, Rayagada
Khatiguda 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 . Kumardhamuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khatiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatiguda is 426905. The village covers a total geographical area of 526 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Khatiguda 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 Khatiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Khatiguda village had a total population of 488 people, including 230 males and 258 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 1,122 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.05%, with male literacy at 72.22% and female literacy at 45.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 106, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 377.
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 | 488 | 230 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 50 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 50 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 377 | 178 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 130 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 100 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Khatiguda
Khatiguda 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 Khatiguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khatiguda.
| 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 Khatiguda is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Khatiguda 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 Khatiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatiguda 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 Khatiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatiguda 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 Khatiguda
Where is Khatiguda located?
Khatiguda village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khatiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Khatiguda is Kumardhamuni.
What is the pincode of Khatiguda?
The pincode of Khatiguda is 765026.
What is the population of Khatiguda?
Khatiguda had a total population of 488, including 230 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Khatiguda?
Khatiguda had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khatiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatiguda was 58.05%. Male literacy was 72.22% and female literacy was 45.23%.