Teraguda - Kandhamal
Teraguda is a village situated in the Kandhamal tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Phulabani Town and around 3 km from Phulbani. Alami serves as the Gram Panchayat for Teraguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Teraguda is 415567. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 762001 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Teraguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Teraguda
According to the 2011 Census, Teraguda village had a total population of 248 people, including 129 males and 119 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.57%, with male literacy at 97.35% and female literacy at 74.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 103.
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 | 248 | 129 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 54 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 110 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 19 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Teraguda
Teraguda 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 Teraguda
Public transport in the Teraguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Teraguda is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Teraguda is about 3 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Teraguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Teraguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Teraguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Teraguda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Teraguda
Where is Teraguda located?
Teraguda village is located in Kandhamal Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Teraguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Teraguda is Alami.
What is the pincode of Teraguda?
The pincode of Teraguda is 762001.
What is the population of Teraguda?
Teraguda had a total population of 248, including 129 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Teraguda?
Teraguda had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Teraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Teraguda was 86.57%. Male literacy was 97.35% and female literacy was 74.76%.