Gotiguda - Kashipur, Rayagada
Gotiguda is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Khurigam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gotiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gotiguda is 425933. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Gotiguda 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 Gotiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Gotiguda village had a total population of 369 people, including 179 males and 190 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.77%, with male literacy at 42.66% and female literacy at 21.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 323.
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 | 369 | 179 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 323 | 150 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 61 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 118 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Gotiguda
Gotiguda 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 Gotiguda
Public transport in the Gotiguda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gotiguda is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Gotiguda is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gotiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gotiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gotiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gotiguda 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 Gotiguda
Where is Gotiguda located?
Gotiguda village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gotiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gotiguda is Khurigam.
What is the pincode of Gotiguda?
The pincode of Gotiguda is 765015.
What is the population of Gotiguda?
Gotiguda had a total population of 369, including 179 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Gotiguda?
Gotiguda had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gotiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gotiguda was 31.77%. Male literacy was 42.66% and female literacy was 21.79%.