Kanhuguda - Kashipur, Rayagada
Kanhuguda is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Gorakhapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanhuguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanhuguda is 425983. The village covers a total geographical area of 224 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Kanhuguda 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 Kanhuguda
As per Census 2011, Kanhuguda village has a total population of 587 people, consisting of 304 males and 283 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 202 literate and 385 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 272 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanhuguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 587 | 304 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 53 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 109 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 145 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 146 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 158 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Kanhuguda
Kanhuguda 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 Kanhuguda
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Kanhuguda. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kanhuguda.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Kanhuguda is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kanhuguda 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 Kanhuguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanhuguda 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 Kanhuguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanhuguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanhuguda
Where is Kanhuguda located?
Kanhuguda village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanhuguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanhuguda is Gorakhapur.
What is the pincode of Kanhuguda?
The pincode of Kanhuguda is 765015.
What is the population of Kanhuguda?
Kanhuguda has a total population of 587, including 304 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Kanhuguda?
There are 154 households in Kanhuguda.
What is the literacy rate in Kanhuguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanhuguda is 34.41%. Male literacy is 48.03% and female literacy is 19.79%.