Kododihi - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Kododihi is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kurda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kododihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kododihi is 384898. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Kododihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kododihi
According to the 2011 Census, Kododihi village had a total population of 216 people, including 102 males and 114 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,118 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.93%, with male literacy at 76.74% and female literacy at 52.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 55.
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 | 216 | 102 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 24 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 66 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 36 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Kododihi
Kododihi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khendraposh | North | 0.92 km |
| Madhupur | South | 1.10 km |
| Ramaruda | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Kurda | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Tankajoda | West | 1.86 km |
| Lalei | West | 2.08 km |
| Nischintipur | North | 2.16 km |
| Brahmangaon | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Singardei | South | 2.64 km |
| Amatpali | South-West | 2.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kododihi
Public transport in the Kododihi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Kododihi is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kododihi is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kododihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kododihi 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 Kododihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kododihi 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 Kododihi
Where is Kododihi located?
Kododihi village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kododihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kododihi is Kurda.
What is the pincode of Kododihi?
The pincode of Kododihi is 770040.
What is the population of Kododihi?
Kododihi had a total population of 216, including 102 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Kododihi?
Kododihi had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kododihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kododihi was 63.93%. Male literacy was 76.74% and female literacy was 52.58%.