Jodiguma - Kashipur, Rayagada
Jodiguma is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sunger serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jodiguma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jodiguma is 425775. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 89 km away.
Jodiguma 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 Jodiguma
According to the 2011 Census, Jodiguma village had a total population of 50 people, including 26 males and 24 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.50%, with male literacy at 35.00% and female literacy at 20.00%.
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 | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 19 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Jodiguma
Jodiguma 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 Jodiguma
Public transport in the Jodiguma is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Jodiguma is about 89 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Jodiguma is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jodiguma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jodiguma 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 Jodiguma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jodiguma 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 Jodiguma
Where is Jodiguma located?
Jodiguma village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jodiguma?
The Gram Panchayat of Jodiguma is Sunger.
What is the pincode of Jodiguma?
The pincode of Jodiguma is 765015.
What is the population of Jodiguma?
Jodiguma had a total population of 50, including 26 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Jodiguma?
Jodiguma had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jodiguma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jodiguma was 27.50%. Male literacy was 35.00% and female literacy was 20.00%.