Doraguda - Bhairamgarh, Bijapur
Doraguda is a village situated in the Bhairamgarh tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhairamgarh and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Pitepal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doraguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doraguda is 451343. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.3 hectares and falls under the 494450 pincode. Bhairamgarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Doraguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Doraguda
According to the 2011 Census, Doraguda village had a total population of 101 people, including 43 males and 58 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,349 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 2.44%, with male literacy at 2.70% and female literacy at 2.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 83.
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 | 101 | 43 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 6 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 35 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 42 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Doraguda
Doraguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Okenar | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Pedapal | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Degmeta | North | 1.64 km |
| Nilawaya | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Cherli | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Mirtur | West | 3.79 km |
| Kondapal | South | 4.04 km |
| Gupdilanka | North-West | 4.05 km |
| Fulgatta | North | 4.10 km |
| Patliguda | North-West | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Doraguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Doraguda. The nearest railway station is Kamalur, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Bhairamgarh to Doraguda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Doraguda is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doraguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doraguda 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 Doraguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doraguda 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 Doraguda
Where is Doraguda located?
Doraguda village is located in Bhairamgarh Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doraguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Doraguda is Pitepal.
What is the pincode of Doraguda?
The pincode of Doraguda is 494450.
What is the population of Doraguda?
Doraguda had a total population of 101, including 43 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Doraguda?
Doraguda had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Doraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doraguda was 2.44%. Male literacy was 2.70% and female literacy was 2.22%.