Lobaguda - Gunupur, Rayagada
Lobaguda is a village situated in the Gunupur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gunupur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Jagannathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lobaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lobaguda is 426797. The village covers a total geographical area of 132 hectares and falls under the 765022 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Lobaguda 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 Lobaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Lobaguda village had a total population of 129 people, including 63 males and 66 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.38%, with male literacy at 56.10% and female literacy at 28.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 129.
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 | 129 | 63 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 63 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 23 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 40 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Lobaguda
Lobaguda 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 Lobaguda
Public transport in the Lobaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Lobaguda.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gunupur to Lobaguda is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Lobaguda is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lobaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lobaguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lobaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lobaguda 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 Lobaguda
Where is Lobaguda located?
Lobaguda village is located in Gunupur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lobaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Lobaguda is Jagannathpur.
What is the pincode of Lobaguda?
The pincode of Lobaguda is 765022.
What is the population of Lobaguda?
Lobaguda had a total population of 129, including 63 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Lobaguda?
Lobaguda had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lobaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lobaguda was 41.38%. Male literacy was 56.10% and female literacy was 28.26%.