Raghumara - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Raghumara is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Badasorpolli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raghumara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghumara is 428794. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Raghumara 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 Raghumara
As per Census 2011, Raghumara village has a total population of 144 people, consisting of 66 males and 78 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 1,181 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 24 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 130 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghumara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 144 | 66 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 8 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 57 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 19 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 47 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Raghumara
Raghumara 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 Raghumara
Raghumara 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 Raghumara.
| 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 Raghumara is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Raghumara is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raghumara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raghumara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Raghumara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raghumara 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Raghumara
Where is Raghumara located?
Raghumara village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghumara?
The Gram Panchayat of Raghumara is Badasorpolli.
What is the pincode of Raghumara?
The pincode of Raghumara is 764027.
What is the population of Raghumara?
Raghumara has a total population of 144, including 66 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Raghumara?
There are 37 households in Raghumara.
What is the literacy rate in Raghumara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghumara is 16.67%. Male literacy is 28.79% and female literacy is 6.41%.