Goudaguda - Kashipur, Rayagada
Goudaguda is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Dumurunelli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goudaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goudaguda is 425984. The village covers a total geographical area of 164 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Goudaguda 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 Goudaguda
As per Census 2011, Goudaguda village has a total population of 364 people, consisting of 170 males and 194 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 1,141 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 34 literate and 330 illiterate residents. Additionally, 328 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Goudaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 364 | 170 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 35 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 328 | 153 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 22 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 330 | 148 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Goudaguda
Goudaguda 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 Goudaguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Goudaguda.
| 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 Goudaguda is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goudaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goudaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Goudaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goudaguda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Goudaguda
Where is Goudaguda located?
Goudaguda village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goudaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Goudaguda is Dumurunelli.
What is the pincode of Goudaguda?
The pincode of Goudaguda is 765015.
What is the population of Goudaguda?
Goudaguda has a total population of 364, including 170 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Goudaguda?
There are 96 households in Goudaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Goudaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goudaguda is 9.34%. Male literacy is 12.94% and female literacy is 6.19%.