Samarathaguda - Boriguma, Koraput
Samarathaguda is a village situated in the Boriguma tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boriguma and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. B Andiguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samarathaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samarathaguda is 428264. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 764056 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Samarathaguda 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 Samarathaguda
As per Census 2011, Samarathaguda village has a total population of 242 people, consisting of 119 males and 123 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 105 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 126 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samarathaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 242 | 119 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 17 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 63 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 67 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 52 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Samarathaguda
Samarathaguda 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 Samarathaguda
Samarathaguda 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 5-10 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 Sunabeda to Samarathaguda is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Samarathaguda is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samarathaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samarathaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Samarathaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samarathaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Samarathaguda
Where is Samarathaguda located?
Samarathaguda village is located in Boriguma Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samarathaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Samarathaguda is B Andiguda.
What is the pincode of Samarathaguda?
The pincode of Samarathaguda is 764056.
What is the population of Samarathaguda?
Samarathaguda has a total population of 242, including 119 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Samarathaguda?
There are 61 households in Samarathaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Samarathaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samarathaguda is 43.39%. Male literacy is 56.30% and female literacy is 30.89%.