Amarsingaguda - Kashipur, Rayagada
Amarsingaguda is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Khurigam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amarsingaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amarsingaguda is 425930. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Amarsingaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amarsingaguda
As per Census 2011, Amarsingaguda village has a total population of 424 people, consisting of 213 males and 211 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 196 literate and 228 illiterate residents. Additionally, 376 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amarsingaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 424 | 213 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 37 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 376 | 188 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 132 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 81 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Amarsingaguda
Amarsingaguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uditpurkhurigam | North-West | 1.29 km |
| Leliguma | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Kashipur | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Sirilijodi | South-West | 3.96 km |
| Limadar | South | 3.99 km |
| Podhabandha | South-West | 4.30 km |
| Shilagam | North-West | 4.95 km |
| Bhangamunda | West | 5.39 km |
| Otanga | South-West | 5.51 km |
| Uparajhiri | North | 6.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amarsingaguda
Public transport in the Amarsingaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Leliguma, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Amarsingaguda is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Amarsingaguda is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amarsingaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amarsingaguda 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 Amarsingaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amarsingaguda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Amarsingaguda
Where is Amarsingaguda located?
Amarsingaguda village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amarsingaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Amarsingaguda is Khurigam.
What is the pincode of Amarsingaguda?
The pincode of Amarsingaguda is 765015.
What is the population of Amarsingaguda?
Amarsingaguda has a total population of 424, including 213 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Amarsingaguda?
There are 102 households in Amarsingaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Amarsingaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amarsingaguda is 46.23%. Male literacy is 61.97% and female literacy is 30.33%.