Teraguda - Machh Kund, Koraput
Teraguda is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Nandapur and around 54 km from Koraput. Dabuguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Teraguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Teraguda is 429749. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Teraguda 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 Teraguda
As per Census 2011, Teraguda village has a total population of 101 people, consisting of 46 males and 55 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 1,195 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 45 literate and 56 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Teraguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 101 | 46 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 30 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 16 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Teraguda
Teraguda 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 Teraguda
Public transport in the Teraguda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Teraguda is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Teraguda is about 54 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 Teraguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Teraguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Teraguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Teraguda 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 Teraguda
Where is Teraguda located?
Teraguda village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Teraguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Teraguda is Dabuguda.
What is the pincode of Teraguda?
The pincode of Teraguda is 764037.
What is the population of Teraguda?
Teraguda has a total population of 101, including 46 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Teraguda?
There are 31 households in Teraguda.
What is the literacy rate in Teraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Teraguda is 44.55%. Male literacy is 65.22% and female literacy is 27.27%.