Kosiguda - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Kosiguda is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Narayanapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kosiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kosiguda is 425559. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 765016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Kosiguda 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 Kosiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Kosiguda village had a total population of 70 people, including 35 males and 35 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.52%, with male literacy at 87.10% and female literacy at 41.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 27 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 8 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Kosiguda
Kosiguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sitapur | South | 0.55 km |
| Siripur | North | 0.95 km |
| Narayanapur | South | 1.31 km |
| Binisipur | East | 1.34 km |
| Batabirisi | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Manariguda | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Kenduguda | West | 1.74 km |
| Talaguda | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Lokaguda | North | 2.07 km |
| Divalpadu | South-East | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kosiguda
Public transport in the Kosiguda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sikarpai, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Kosiguda is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kosiguda is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kosiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kosiguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kosiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kosiguda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kosiguda
Where is Kosiguda located?
Kosiguda village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kosiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kosiguda is Narayanapur.
What is the pincode of Kosiguda?
The pincode of Kosiguda is 765016.
What is the population of Kosiguda?
Kosiguda had a total population of 70, including 35 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Kosiguda?
Kosiguda had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kosiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kosiguda was 64.52%. Male literacy was 87.10% and female literacy was 41.94%.