Bataguda - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Bataguda is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Battaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bataguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bataguda is 416730. The village covers a total geographical area of 610 hectares and falls under the 762109 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Bataguda 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 Bataguda
As per Census 2011, Bataguda village has a total population of 1,656 people, consisting of 899 males and 757 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 842 females per 1,000 males. There are 209 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 981 literate and 675 illiterate residents. Additionally, 243 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,108 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bataguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,656 | 899 | 757 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 106 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 126 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,108 | 617 | 491 |
| Literate Population | 981 | 623 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 675 | 276 | 399 |
Nearby Villages of Bataguda
Bataguda 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 Bataguda
Public transport in the Bataguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Bataguda is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Bataguda is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bataguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bataguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bataguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bataguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bataguda
Where is Bataguda located?
Bataguda village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bataguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bataguda is Battaguda.
What is the pincode of Bataguda?
The pincode of Bataguda is 762109.
What is the population of Bataguda?
Bataguda has a total population of 1,656, including 899 males and 757 females.
How many households are there in Bataguda?
There are 295 households in Bataguda.
What is the literacy rate in Bataguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bataguda is 59.24%. Male literacy is 69.30% and female literacy is 47.29%.