Kotaguda - Kolnara, Rayagada
Kotaguda is a village situated in the Kolnara tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Rayagada and around 30 km from Rayagada . Suri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotaguda is 426181. The village covers a total geographical area of 171 hectares and falls under the 765018 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Kotaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Kotaguda village had a total population of 7 people, including 4 males and 3 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 750 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.67%, with male literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 3 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Kotaguda
Kotaguda 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 Kotaguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kotaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kotaguda is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kotaguda is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotaguda 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 Kotaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotaguda 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 Kotaguda
Where is Kotaguda located?
Kotaguda village is located in Kolnara Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotaguda is Suri.
What is the pincode of Kotaguda?
The pincode of Kotaguda is 765018.
What is the population of Kotaguda?
Kotaguda had a total population of 7, including 4 males and 3 females.
How many households are there in Kotaguda?
Kotaguda had 2 households.