Lodiguda - Gudari, Rayagada
Lodiguda 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 . Kadama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lodiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lodiguda is 426924. The village covers a total geographical area of 814 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Lodiguda 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 Lodiguda
As per Census 2011, Lodiguda village has a total population of 408 people, consisting of 200 males and 208 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 71 literate and 337 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 387 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lodiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 408 | 200 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 28 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 387 | 188 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 55 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 145 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Lodiguda
Lodiguda 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 Lodiguda
Lodiguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Lodiguda is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Lodiguda 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 Lodiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lodiguda 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 Lodiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lodiguda 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 Lodiguda
Where is Lodiguda located?
Lodiguda village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lodiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Lodiguda is Kadama.
What is the pincode of Lodiguda?
The pincode of Lodiguda is 765026.
What is the population of Lodiguda?
Lodiguda has a total population of 408, including 200 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Lodiguda?
There are 95 households in Lodiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Lodiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lodiguda is 17.40%. Male literacy is 27.50% and female literacy is 7.69%.