Souraguda - Jeypore, Koraput
Souraguda is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Umuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Souraguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Souraguda is 429059. The village covers a total geographical area of 229 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Souraguda 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 Souraguda
According to the 2011 Census, Souraguda village had a total population of 1,291 people, including 628 males and 663 females, living in 281 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.07%, with male literacy at 72.26% and female literacy at 54.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 211, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 676.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,291 | 628 | 663 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 98 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 95 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 676 | 331 | 345 |
| Literate Population | 695 | 383 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 596 | 245 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Souraguda
Souraguda 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 Souraguda
Public transport in the Souraguda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Souraguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Souraguda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Souraguda is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Souraguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Souraguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Souraguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Souraguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Souraguda
Where is Souraguda located?
Souraguda village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Souraguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Souraguda is Umuri.
What is the pincode of Souraguda?
The pincode of Souraguda is 764002.
What is the population of Souraguda?
Souraguda had a total population of 1,291, including 628 males and 663 females.
How many households are there in Souraguda?
Souraguda had 281 households.
What is the literacy rate in Souraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Souraguda was 63.07%. Male literacy was 72.26% and female literacy was 54.55%.