Kuguput - Kashipur, Rayagada
Kuguput is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Hadiguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuguput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuguput is 425985. The village covers a total geographical area of 285 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Kuguput 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 Kuguput
As per Census 2011, Kuguput village has a total population of 576 people, consisting of 289 males and 287 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 38 literate and 538 illiterate residents. Additionally, 184 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 370 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuguput are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 576 | 289 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 87 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 370 | 192 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 25 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 538 | 264 | 274 |
Nearby Villages of Kuguput
Kuguput 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 Kuguput
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kuguput. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kuguput.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Kuguput is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kuguput is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuguput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuguput village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kuguput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuguput village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kuguput
Where is Kuguput located?
Kuguput village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuguput?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuguput is Hadiguda.
What is the pincode of Kuguput?
The pincode of Kuguput is 765015.
What is the population of Kuguput?
Kuguput has a total population of 576, including 289 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Kuguput?
There are 150 households in Kuguput.
What is the literacy rate in Kuguput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuguput is 6.60%. Male literacy is 8.65% and female literacy is 4.53%.