Kodiguda - Kashipur, Rayagada
Kodiguda is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sinduraghati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kodiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kodiguda is 425783. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 101 km away.
Kodiguda 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 Kodiguda
As per Census 2011, Kodiguda village has a total population of 221 people, consisting of 101 males and 120 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,188 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 84 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 163 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kodiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 221 | 101 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 74 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 51 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 50 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Kodiguda
Kodiguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nikesh | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Kathaghar "a" | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Kulikupa (a) | East | 1.97 km |
| Sunger | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Sanachekana | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Gojapadar | South | 2.66 km |
| Boriguda | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Sinduraghati | East | 3.38 km |
| Pudusil | South-East | 3.73 km |
| Badachekana | West | 3.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kodiguda
Kodiguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Leliguma, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Kodiguda is about 101 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kodiguda is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kodiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kodiguda 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 Kodiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kodiguda 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 Kodiguda
Where is Kodiguda located?
Kodiguda village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kodiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kodiguda is Sinduraghati.
What is the pincode of Kodiguda?
The pincode of Kodiguda is 765015.
What is the population of Kodiguda?
Kodiguda has a total population of 221, including 101 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Kodiguda?
There are 62 households in Kodiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Kodiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kodiguda is 38.01%. Male literacy is 50.50% and female literacy is 27.50%.