Dhobagudi - Muniguda, Rayagada
Dhobagudi is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muniguda and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kumudaballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhobagudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhobagudi is 424986. The village covers a total geographical area of 367 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Dhobagudi 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 Dhobagudi
As per Census 2011, Dhobagudi village has a total population of 312 people, consisting of 149 males and 163 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 134 literate and 178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 167 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 108 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhobagudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 312 | 149 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 16 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 81 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 48 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 80 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 69 | 109 |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhobagudi
Dhobagudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dhobagudi.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Dhobagudi is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Dhobagudi is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhobagudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhobagudi 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 Dhobagudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhobagudi 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 Dhobagudi
Where is Dhobagudi located?
Dhobagudi village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhobagudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhobagudi is Kumudaballi.
What is the pincode of Dhobagudi?
The pincode of Dhobagudi is 765020.
What is the population of Dhobagudi?
Dhobagudi has a total population of 312, including 149 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Dhobagudi?
There are 80 households in Dhobagudi.
What is the literacy rate in Dhobagudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhobagudi is 42.95%. Male literacy is 53.69% and female literacy is 33.13%.