Charaguda - Machh Kund, Koraput
Charaguda is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Nandapur and around 52 km from Koraput. Dabuguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charaguda is 429748. The village covers a total geographical area of 183 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Charaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Charaguda
As per Census 2011, Charaguda village has a total population of 141 people, consisting of 67 males and 74 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,104 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 45 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 100 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 141 | 67 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 12 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 45 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 41 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Charaguda
Charaguda 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 Charaguda
Public transport in the Charaguda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Charaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Charaguda is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Charaguda 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 Charaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charaguda 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Charaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charaguda
Where is Charaguda located?
Charaguda village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Charaguda is Dabuguda.
What is the pincode of Charaguda?
The pincode of Charaguda is 764037.
What is the population of Charaguda?
Charaguda has a total population of 141, including 67 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Charaguda?
There are 42 households in Charaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Charaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charaguda is 31.91%. Male literacy is 38.81% and female literacy is 25.68%.