Elagabalasa - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Elagabalasa is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Badasorpolli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Elagabalasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Elagabalasa is 428765. The village covers a total geographical area of 109 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Elagabalasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Elagabalasa
As per Census 2011, Elagabalasa village has a total population of 494 people, consisting of 243 males and 251 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 42 literate and 452 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 452 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Elagabalasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 494 | 243 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 53 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 452 | 224 | 228 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 30 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 452 | 213 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Elagabalasa
Elagabalasa 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 Elagabalasa
Elagabalasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Elagabalasa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Elagabalasa is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Elagabalasa is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Elagabalasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Elagabalasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Elagabalasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Elagabalasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Elagabalasa
Where is Elagabalasa located?
Elagabalasa village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Elagabalasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Elagabalasa is Badasorpolli.
What is the pincode of Elagabalasa?
The pincode of Elagabalasa is 764027.
What is the population of Elagabalasa?
Elagabalasa has a total population of 494, including 243 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Elagabalasa?
There are 98 households in Elagabalasa.
What is the literacy rate in Elagabalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Elagabalasa is 8.50%. Male literacy is 12.35% and female literacy is 4.78%.