Saragiguda - Boriguma, Koraput
Saragiguda is a village situated in the Boriguma tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boriguma and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Sargiguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saragiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saragiguda is 428255. The village covers a total geographical area of 658 hectares and falls under the 764056 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Saragiguda 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 Saragiguda
As per Census 2011, Saragiguda village has a total population of 1,329 people, consisting of 618 males and 711 females. The village has 340 households and a sex ratio of 1,150 females per 1,000 males. There are 248 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 543 literate and 786 illiterate residents. Additionally, 288 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 788 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saragiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,329 | 618 | 711 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 111 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 138 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 788 | 355 | 433 |
| Literate Population | 543 | 335 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 786 | 283 | 503 |
Nearby Villages of Saragiguda
Saragiguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badapindapadar | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Benasur | East | 2.27 km |
| Badadubuli | North | 2.64 km |
| Sanadubuli | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Sisaguda | West | 3.09 km |
| Boriguma (ct) | West | 3.74 km |
| Sanapindapadar | South-West | 3.95 km |
| Dulaguda | West | 4.46 km |
| Keraput | East | 4.62 km |
| Gujuniguda | East | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saragiguda
Public transport in the Saragiguda 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 13.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Saragiguda is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Saragiguda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saragiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saragiguda 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saragiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saragiguda 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saragiguda
Where is Saragiguda located?
Saragiguda village is located in Boriguma Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saragiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Saragiguda is Sargiguda.
What is the pincode of Saragiguda?
The pincode of Saragiguda is 764056.
What is the population of Saragiguda?
Saragiguda has a total population of 1,329, including 618 males and 711 females.
How many households are there in Saragiguda?
There are 340 households in Saragiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Saragiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saragiguda is 40.86%. Male literacy is 54.21% and female literacy is 29.25%.