Lotaguda - Muniguda, Rayagada
Lotaguda is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Ambadala and around 68 km from Rayagada . Sibapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lotaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lotaguda is 424827. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Lotaguda 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 Lotaguda
As per Census 2011, Lotaguda village has a total population of 140 people, consisting of 73 males and 67 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 47 literate and 93 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lotaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 140 | 73 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 34 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 39 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Lotaguda
Lotaguda 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 Lotaguda
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Lotaguda. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Lotaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Lotaguda is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Lotaguda 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 Lotaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lotaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lotaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lotaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lotaguda
Where is Lotaguda located?
Lotaguda village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lotaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Lotaguda is Sibapadar.
What is the pincode of Lotaguda?
The pincode of Lotaguda is 765020.
What is the population of Lotaguda?
Lotaguda has a total population of 140, including 73 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Lotaguda?
There are 33 households in Lotaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Lotaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lotaguda is 33.57%. Male literacy is 46.58% and female literacy is 19.40%.