Naragam - Kundura, Koraput
Naragam is a village situated in the Kundura tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundura and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Banuaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naragam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naragam is 429154. The village covers a total geographical area of 524 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Naragam 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 Naragam
As per Census 2011, Naragam village has a total population of 814 people, consisting of 421 males and 393 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 279 literate and 535 illiterate residents. Additionally, 259 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 537 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naragam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 814 | 421 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 84 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 259 | 133 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 537 | 278 | 259 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 198 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 535 | 223 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Naragam
Naragam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kudumpadar | North | 1.91 km |
| Banuaguda | South | 1.98 km |
| Jhiligan | West | 2.23 km |
| Phupugam | East | 2.75 km |
| Phukiaguda | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Majhiguda | South | 3.01 km |
| Pradhaniput | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Heruguda | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Uduliaguda | South-East | 3.68 km |
| Jabapatroput | East | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naragam
Public transport in the Naragam is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhanapur Orissa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Sunabeda to Naragam is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Naragam 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 Naragam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naragam 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 Naragam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naragam 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Naragam
Where is Naragam located?
Naragam village is located in Kundura Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naragam?
The Gram Panchayat of Naragam is Banuaguda.
What is the pincode of Naragam?
The pincode of Naragam is 764002.
What is the population of Naragam?
Naragam has a total population of 814, including 421 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Naragam?
There are 206 households in Naragam.
What is the literacy rate in Naragam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naragam is 34.28%. Male literacy is 47.03% and female literacy is 20.61%.