Ramguda - Boriguma, Koraput
Ramguda is a village situated in the Boriguma tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Bhairabsingipur and around 61 km from Koraput. Ranaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramguda is 428346. The village covers a total geographical area of 266 hectares and falls under the 764057 pincode. Kotpad is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Ramguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramguda
As per Census 2011, Ramguda village has a total population of 304 people, consisting of 151 males and 153 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15 literate and 289 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 240 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 304 | 151 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 240 | 122 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 146 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Ramguda
Ramguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranaspur | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Merdamal | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Jadaput | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Piteiguda | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Benagam | West | 3.75 km |
| Santospur | North-West | 3.85 km |
| Lathikotar | South-East | 4.24 km |
| Lathiguda | South-West | 4.32 km |
| Chandalguda | South-West | 4.74 km |
| Bhalumohul | East | 5.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramguda
Public transport in the Ramguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maligura, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotpad to Ramguda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Ramguda is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramguda 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 Ramguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramguda 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ramguda
Where is Ramguda located?
Ramguda village is located in Boriguma Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramguda is Ranaspur.
What is the pincode of Ramguda?
The pincode of Ramguda is 764057.
What is the population of Ramguda?
Ramguda has a total population of 304, including 151 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Ramguda?
There are 92 households in Ramguda.
What is the literacy rate in Ramguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramguda is 4.93%. Male literacy is 3.31% and female literacy is 6.54%.