Rautaguda - Gudari, Rayagada
Rautaguda 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 86 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Madhubana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rautaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rautaguda is 426972. The village covers a total geographical area of 362 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Rautaguda 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 Rautaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Rautaguda village had a total population of 425 people, including 213 males and 212 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.29%, with male literacy at 73.21% and female literacy at 63.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 417.
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 | 425 | 213 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 45 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 417 | 208 | 209 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 123 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 90 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Rautaguda
Rautaguda 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 Rautaguda
Public transport in the Rautaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Rautaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudari to Rautaguda is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Rautaguda is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rautaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rautaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rautaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rautaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rautaguda
Where is Rautaguda located?
Rautaguda village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rautaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Rautaguda is Madhubana.
What is the pincode of Rautaguda?
The pincode of Rautaguda is 765026.
What is the population of Rautaguda?
Rautaguda had a total population of 425, including 213 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Rautaguda?
Rautaguda had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rautaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rautaguda was 68.29%. Male literacy was 73.21% and female literacy was 63.74%.