Kothaguda - Gunupur, Rayagada
Kothaguda is a village situated in the Gunupur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gunupur and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Keliguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothaguda is 426828. The village covers a total geographical area of 370 hectares and falls under the 765022 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kothaguda 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 Kothaguda
As per Census 2011, Kothaguda village has a total population of 143 people, consisting of 74 males and 69 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 59 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kothaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 143 | 74 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 12 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 38 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 36 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Kothaguda
Kothaguda 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 Kothaguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kothaguda.
| 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 Gunupur to Kothaguda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kothaguda is about 87 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 Kothaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothaguda 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 Kothaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothaguda 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 Kothaguda
Where is Kothaguda located?
Kothaguda village is located in Gunupur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothaguda is Keliguda.
What is the pincode of Kothaguda?
The pincode of Kothaguda is 765022.
What is the population of Kothaguda?
Kothaguda has a total population of 143, including 74 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Kothaguda?
There are 34 households in Kothaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Kothaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothaguda is 41.26%. Male literacy is 51.35% and female literacy is 30.43%.