Pusiguda - Padmapur, Rayagada
Pusiguda is a village situated in the Padmapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmapur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Gulluguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pusiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pusiguda is 427056. The village covers a total geographical area of 646 hectares and falls under the 765025 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Pusiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pusiguda
As per Census 2011, Pusiguda village has a total population of 192 people, consisting of 90 males and 102 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,133 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 37 literate and 155 illiterate residents. Additionally, 166 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pusiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 192 | 90 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 166 | 76 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 70 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Pusiguda
Pusiguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Phajilibandha | North-West | 0.93 km |
| Guluguda | South-East | 1.09 km |
| Patuguda | North | 1.13 km |
| Kandhalugurumundi | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Redinguda | South | 2.07 km |
| Bondaguda | East | 2.11 km |
| Nuagam | North | 2.31 km |
| Nuagada | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Laiguda | South | 2.68 km |
| Asaragudi | North-East | 2.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pusiguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pusiguda. The nearest railway station is Gunupur, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.6 km.
| 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 Gunupur to Pusiguda is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Pusiguda is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pusiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pusiguda 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 Pusiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pusiguda 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 Pusiguda
Where is Pusiguda located?
Pusiguda village is located in Padmapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pusiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pusiguda is Gulluguda.
What is the pincode of Pusiguda?
The pincode of Pusiguda is 765025.
What is the population of Pusiguda?
Pusiguda has a total population of 192, including 90 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Pusiguda?
There are 48 households in Pusiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Pusiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pusiguda is 19.27%. Male literacy is 22.22% and female literacy is 16.67%.