Kaugura - Muniguda, Rayagada
Kaugura is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muniguda and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kumudaballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaugura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaugura is 424875. The village covers a total geographical area of 145 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Kaugura 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 Kaugura
According to the 2011 Census, Kaugura village had a total population of 64 people, including 28 males and 36 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,286 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 7.69%, with male literacy at 13.04% and female literacy at 3.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 64.
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 | 64 | 28 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 28 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 25 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Kaugura
Kaugura 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 Kaugura
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kaugura.
| 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 Kaugura is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kaugura is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaugura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaugura 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 Kaugura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaugura 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 Kaugura
Where is Kaugura located?
Kaugura village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kaugura?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaugura is Kumudaballi.
What is the pincode of Kaugura?
The pincode of Kaugura is 765020.
What is the population of Kaugura?
Kaugura had a total population of 64, including 28 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Kaugura?
Kaugura had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaugura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaugura was 7.69%. Male literacy was 13.04% and female literacy was 3.45%.