Giriaguda - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Giriaguda is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kalyansinghpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Giriaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Giriaguda is 425536. The village covers a total geographical area of 127 hectares and falls under the 765016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Giriaguda 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 Giriaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Giriaguda village had a total population of 180 people, including 84 males and 96 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,143 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.06%, with male literacy at 54.17% and female literacy at 18.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 174.
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 | 180 | 84 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 80 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 39 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 45 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Giriaguda
Giriaguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rabuguda | North | 0.77 km |
| Poiguda | South-West | 0.92 km |
| Loharasahi | South | 0.98 km |
| Badaduarsahi | West | 1.05 km |
| Talabal | West | 1.40 km |
| Purunabhata | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Garudaguda | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Kunaraguda | North | 1.73 km |
| Ghagudimalo | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Jamupadar | East | 1.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Giriaguda
Public transport in the Giriaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sikarpai, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.5 km.
| 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 Rayagada to Giriaguda is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Giriaguda is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Giriaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Giriaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Giriaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Giriaguda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Giriaguda
Where is Giriaguda located?
Giriaguda village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Giriaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Giriaguda is Kalyansinghpur.
What is the pincode of Giriaguda?
The pincode of Giriaguda is 765016.
What is the population of Giriaguda?
Giriaguda had a total population of 180, including 84 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Giriaguda?
Giriaguda had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Giriaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giriaguda was 35.06%. Male literacy was 54.17% and female literacy was 18.29%.