Ghuguna - Kashipur, Rayagada
Ghuguna is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 46 km from Doraguda and around 45 km from Rayagada . Dongasil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghuguna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghuguna is 426166. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Ghuguna 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 Ghuguna
According to the 2011 Census, Ghuguna village had a total population of 72 people, including 29 males and 43 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,483 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 1.69%, with male literacy at 0.00% and female literacy at 3.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 71.
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 | 72 | 29 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 3 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 28 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 29 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Ghuguna
Ghuguna is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ghuguna
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ghuguna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Ghuguna is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Ghuguna is about 45 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 Ghuguna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghuguna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghuguna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghuguna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghuguna
Where is Ghuguna located?
Ghuguna village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghuguna?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghuguna is Dongasil.
What is the pincode of Ghuguna?
The pincode of Ghuguna is 765015.
What is the population of Ghuguna?
Ghuguna had a total population of 72, including 29 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Ghuguna?
Ghuguna had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghuguna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghuguna was 1.69%. Male literacy was 0.00% and female literacy was 3.03%.