Lokaguda - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Lokaguda is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kalyansinghpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lokaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lokaguda is 425562. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 765017 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Lokaguda 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 Lokaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Lokaguda village had a total population of 32 people, including 19 males and 13 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 684 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 12.90%, with male literacy at 22.22% and female literacy at 0.00%.
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 | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 15 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Lokaguda
Lokaguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talaguda | South-East | 0.56 km |
| Purunabhata | North-East | 1.21 km |
| Siripur | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Patabandha | East | 1.45 km |
| Binisipur | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Poiguda | North-East | 1.65 km |
| Badaduarsahi | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Talabal | North | 1.99 km |
| Kosiguda | South | 2.07 km |
| Loharasahi | North-East | 2.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lokaguda
Public transport in the Lokaguda 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 52.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Lokaguda is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Lokaguda is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lokaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lokaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lokaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lokaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lokaguda
Where is Lokaguda located?
Lokaguda village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lokaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Lokaguda is Kalyansinghpur.
What is the pincode of Lokaguda?
The pincode of Lokaguda is 765017.
What is the population of Lokaguda?
Lokaguda had a total population of 32, including 19 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Lokaguda?
Lokaguda had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lokaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lokaguda was 12.90%. Male literacy was 22.22% and female literacy was 0.00%.