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
As per Census 2011, Souraguda village has a total population of 1,291 people, consisting of 628 males and 663 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 695 literate and 596 illiterate residents. Additionally, 211 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 676 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Souraguda are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,291, including 628 males and 663 females.
How many households are there in Souraguda?
There are 281 households in Souraguda.
What is the literacy rate in Souraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Souraguda is 53.83%. Male literacy is 60.99% and female literacy is 47.06%.