Sidaguda - Gudari, Rayagada
Sidaguda 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 95 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Siriguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sidaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sidaguda is 426918. The village covers a total geographical area of 442 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Sidaguda 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 Sidaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Sidaguda village had a total population of 257 people, including 123 males and 134 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,089 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 13.56%, with male literacy at 26.25% and female literacy at 3.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 255.
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 | 257 | 123 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 255 | 122 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 21 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 102 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Sidaguda
Sidaguda 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 Sidaguda
Sidaguda 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 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 Sidaguda is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Sidaguda is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sidaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sidaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sidaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sidaguda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sidaguda
Where is Sidaguda located?
Sidaguda village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sidaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sidaguda is Siriguda.
What is the pincode of Sidaguda?
The pincode of Sidaguda is 765026.
What is the population of Sidaguda?
Sidaguda had a total population of 257, including 123 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Sidaguda?
Sidaguda had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sidaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sidaguda was 13.56%. Male literacy was 26.25% and female literacy was 3.09%.