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
As per Census 2011, Gotiguda village has a total population of 369 people, consisting of 179 males and 190 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 95 literate and 274 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 323 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gotiguda are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 369, including 179 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Gotiguda?
There are 85 households in Gotiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Gotiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gotiguda is 25.75%. Male literacy is 34.08% and female literacy is 17.89%.