Khalaguda - Muniguda, Rayagada
Khalaguda is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muniguda and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Patraguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalaguda is 424874. The village covers a total geographical area of 197 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Khalaguda 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 Khalaguda
As per Census 2011, Khalaguda village has a total population of 125 people, consisting of 63 males and 62 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 47 literate and 78 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 88 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khalaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 125 | 63 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 46 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 30 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 33 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Khalaguda
Khalaguda 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 Khalaguda
Khalaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khalaguda.
| 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 Khalaguda is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Khalaguda is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khalaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khalaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khalaguda
Where is Khalaguda located?
Khalaguda village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khalaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalaguda is Patraguda.
What is the pincode of Khalaguda?
The pincode of Khalaguda is 765019.
What is the population of Khalaguda?
Khalaguda has a total population of 125, including 63 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Khalaguda?
There are 34 households in Khalaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Khalaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalaguda is 37.60%. Male literacy is 47.62% and female literacy is 27.42%.