Anagula - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Anagula is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 56 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Landagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Anagula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anagula is 416478. The village covers a total geographical area of 312 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Anagula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Anagula
As per Census 2011, Anagula village has a total population of 601 people, consisting of 301 males and 300 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 341 literate and 260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 252 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Anagula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 601 | 301 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 49 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 252 | 133 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 341 | 188 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 113 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Anagula
Anagula 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanpur | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Sarabeda | South | 1.41 km |
| Gambhergura | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Phatikimala | North | 1.74 km |
| Karnibera | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Raksibhata | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Panda Padar | South | 2.56 km |
| Talipada | North | 2.82 km |
| Belgaon | North-West | 3.14 km |
| Lartara | North | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Anagula
Anagula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Deogan Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sonapur to Anagula is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Anagula is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Anagula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anagula 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Anagula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anagula 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 Anagula
Where is Anagula located?
Anagula village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anagula?
The Gram Panchayat of Anagula is Landagaon.
What is the pincode of Anagula?
The pincode of Anagula is 762110.
What is the population of Anagula?
Anagula has a total population of 601, including 301 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Anagula?
There are 153 households in Anagula.
What is the literacy rate in Anagula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anagula is 56.74%. Male literacy is 62.46% and female literacy is 51.00%.