Beheraguda - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Beheraguda is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Khambaldi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Beheraguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beheraguda is 423901. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 766029 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Beheraguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Beheraguda
As per Census 2011, Beheraguda village has a total population of 603 people, consisting of 295 males and 308 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 336 literate and 267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 267 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Beheraguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 603 | 295 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 45 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 134 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 195 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 100 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Beheraguda
Beheraguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Danduguda | East | 0.84 km |
| Bedapadar | North-West | 1.02 km |
| Manchagam | North | 1.86 km |
| Jhariabadiguda | East | 1.98 km |
| Baradebataguda | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Kakatasil | West | 2.24 km |
| Sanadebataguda | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Poda-pala | South-West | 2.69 km |
| Kandhabadiguda | East | 2.76 km |
| Alguni | South-East | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Beheraguda
Beheraguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Maligura, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Junagarh to Beheraguda is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Beheraguda is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beheraguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beheraguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Beheraguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beheraguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Beheraguda
Where is Beheraguda located?
Beheraguda village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beheraguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Beheraguda is Khambaldi.
What is the pincode of Beheraguda?
The pincode of Beheraguda is 766029.
What is the population of Beheraguda?
Beheraguda has a total population of 603, including 295 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Beheraguda?
There are 144 households in Beheraguda.
What is the literacy rate in Beheraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beheraguda is 55.72%. Male literacy is 66.10% and female literacy is 45.78%.