Tuagudi - Padmapur, Rayagada
Tuagudi is a village situated in the Padmapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmapur and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Likitipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tuagudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tuagudi is 427108. The village covers a total geographical area of 174 hectares and falls under the 765025 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Tuagudi 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 Tuagudi
According to the 2011 Census, Tuagudi village had a total population of 128 people, including 73 males and 55 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 753 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.48%, with male literacy at 88.71% and female literacy at 71.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 110.
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 | 128 | 73 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 62 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 55 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 18 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Tuagudi
Tuagudi 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 Tuagudi
Tuagudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Tuagudi is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Tuagudi is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tuagudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tuagudi 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 Tuagudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tuagudi 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 Tuagudi
Where is Tuagudi located?
Tuagudi village is located in Padmapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tuagudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Tuagudi is Likitipadar.
What is the pincode of Tuagudi?
The pincode of Tuagudi is 765025.
What is the population of Tuagudi?
Tuagudi had a total population of 128, including 73 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Tuagudi?
Tuagudi had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tuagudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tuagudi was 81.48%. Male literacy was 88.71% and female literacy was 71.74%.