Bhataguda - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Bhataguda is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 64 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Tala-ambpadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhataguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhataguda is 424248. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bhataguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhataguda
As per Census 2011, Bhataguda village has a total population of 262 people, consisting of 118 males and 144 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,220 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 86 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 205 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhataguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 262 | 118 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 24 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 205 | 94 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 46 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 72 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Bhataguda
Bhataguda 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 Bhataguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bhataguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Bhataguda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Bhataguda is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhataguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhataguda 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 Bhataguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhataguda 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 Bhataguda
Where is Bhataguda located?
Bhataguda village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhataguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhataguda is Tala-ambpadar.
What is the pincode of Bhataguda?
The pincode of Bhataguda is 766037.
What is the population of Bhataguda?
Bhataguda has a total population of 262, including 118 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Bhataguda?
There are 72 households in Bhataguda.
What is the literacy rate in Bhataguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhataguda is 32.82%. Male literacy is 38.98% and female literacy is 27.78%.