Bedaguba - Raikia, Kandhamal
Bedaguba is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 83.5 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gumamaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bedaguba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bedaguba is 417581. The village covers a total geographical area of 112 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bedaguba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bedaguba
As per Census 2011, Bedaguba village has a total population of 347 people, consisting of 177 males and 170 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 236 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 150 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bedaguba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 347 | 177 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 150 | 74 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 138 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 39 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Bedaguba
Bedaguba 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 Bedaguba
Bedaguba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Bedaguba is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Bedaguba is about 83.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bedaguba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bedaguba 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 Bedaguba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bedaguba 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 Bedaguba
Where is Bedaguba located?
Bedaguba village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bedaguba?
The Gram Panchayat of Bedaguba is Gumamaha.
What is the pincode of Bedaguba?
The pincode of Bedaguba is 762101.
What is the population of Bedaguba?
Bedaguba has a total population of 347, including 177 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Bedaguba?
There are 90 households in Bedaguba.
What is the literacy rate in Bedaguba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bedaguba is 68.01%. Male literacy is 77.97% and female literacy is 57.65%.