Pushughati - Kashipur, Rayagada
Pushughati is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Godiballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pushughati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pushughati is 425843. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Pushughati 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 Pushughati
According to the 2011 Census, Pushughati village had a total population of 143 people, including 65 males and 78 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.64%, with male literacy at 23.64% and female literacy at 14.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 143.
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 | 143 | 65 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 143 | 65 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 52 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Pushughati
Pushughati 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 Pushughati
Public transport in the Pushughati is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Pushughati is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Pushughati is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pushughati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pushughati 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 Pushughati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pushughati 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 Pushughati
Where is Pushughati located?
Pushughati village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pushughati?
The Gram Panchayat of Pushughati is Godiballi.
What is the pincode of Pushughati?
The pincode of Pushughati is 765015.
What is the population of Pushughati?
Pushughati had a total population of 143, including 65 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Pushughati?
Pushughati had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pushughati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pushughati was 18.64%. Male literacy was 23.64% and female literacy was 14.29%.