Heruguda - Kundura, Koraput
Heruguda is a village situated in the Kundura tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundura and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kundra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Heruguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Heruguda is 429156. The village covers a total geographical area of 339 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Heruguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Heruguda
According to the 2011 Census, Heruguda village had a total population of 406 people, including 204 males and 202 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.64%, with male literacy at 62.57% and female literacy at 27.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 362.
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 | 406 | 204 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 362 | 181 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 107 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 97 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Heruguda
Heruguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhiligan | South | 1.91 km |
| Kadalimunda | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Kundura | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Limma | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Kudumpadar | East | 3.19 km |
| Naragam | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Phukiaguda | South | 4.32 km |
| Jiraguda | North-East | 4.40 km |
| Kaliaguda | North | 4.65 km |
| Ghiuriaguda | South-West | 4.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Heruguda
Public transport in the Heruguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Charamula Kusum, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Heruguda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Heruguda is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Heruguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Heruguda 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 Heruguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Heruguda 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Heruguda
Where is Heruguda located?
Heruguda village is located in Kundura Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Heruguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Heruguda is Kundra.
What is the pincode of Heruguda?
The pincode of Heruguda is 764002.
What is the population of Heruguda?
Heruguda had a total population of 406, including 204 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Heruguda?
Heruguda had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Heruguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Heruguda was 44.64%. Male literacy was 62.57% and female literacy was 27.01%.