Litiguda - Muniguda, Rayagada
Litiguda is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muniguda and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bhairabagad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Litiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Litiguda is 424975. The village covers a total geographical area of 335 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Litiguda 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 Litiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Litiguda village had a total population of 649 people, including 317 males and 332 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.20%, with male literacy at 55.85% and female literacy at 40.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 364, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 103.
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 | 649 | 317 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 52 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 364 | 181 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 45 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 148 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 169 | 225 |
Transport and Connectivity of Litiguda
Litiguda 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 Litiguda.
| 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 Litiguda is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Litiguda is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Litiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Litiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Litiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Litiguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Litiguda
Where is Litiguda located?
Litiguda village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Litiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Litiguda is Bhairabagad.
What is the pincode of Litiguda?
The pincode of Litiguda is 765020.
What is the population of Litiguda?
Litiguda had a total population of 649, including 317 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Litiguda?
Litiguda had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Litiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Litiguda was 48.20%. Male literacy was 55.85% and female literacy was 40.53%.