Poiguda - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Poiguda is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kalyansinghpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poiguda is 425534. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 765016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Poiguda 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 Poiguda
As per Census 2011, Poiguda village has a total population of 33 people, consisting of 14 males and 19 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 1,357 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8 literate and 25 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Poiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 10 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Poiguda
Poiguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purunabhata | South-West | 0.50 km |
| Badaduarsahi | North-West | 0.58 km |
| Loharasahi | East | 0.90 km |
| Giriaguda | North-East | 0.92 km |
| Talabal | North-West | 1.19 km |
| Patabandha | South | 1.25 km |
| Rabuguda | North | 1.48 km |
| Talaguda | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Lokaguda | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Garudaguda | East | 1.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Poiguda
Public transport in the Poiguda 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 52.0 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Poiguda is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Poiguda is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poiguda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Poiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poiguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Poiguda
Where is Poiguda located?
Poiguda village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Poiguda is Kalyansinghpur.
What is the pincode of Poiguda?
The pincode of Poiguda is 765016.
What is the population of Poiguda?
Poiguda has a total population of 33, including 14 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Poiguda?
There are 11 households in Poiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Poiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poiguda is 24.24%. Male literacy is 28.57% and female literacy is 21.05%.