Kauguda - Kashipur, Rayagada
Kauguda is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Tikiri and around 55 km from Rayagada . Sankarada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kauguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kauguda is 426057. The village covers a total geographical area of 4 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Kauguda 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 Kauguda
According to the 2011 Census, Kauguda village had a total population of 16 people, including 8 males and 8 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 8 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Kauguda
Kauguda 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 Kauguda
Public transport in the Kauguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kauguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Kauguda is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kauguda is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kauguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kauguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kauguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kauguda 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 Kauguda
Where is Kauguda located?
Kauguda village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kauguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kauguda is Sankarada.
What is the pincode of Kauguda?
The pincode of Kauguda is 765015.
What is the population of Kauguda?
Kauguda had a total population of 16, including 8 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Kauguda?
Kauguda had 4 households.