Gadaraguda - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Gadaraguda is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Balipeta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadaraguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadaraguda is 428575. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Gadaraguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadaraguda
As per Census 2011, Gadaraguda village has a total population of 184 people, consisting of 86 males and 98 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 1,139 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 21 literate and 163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 184 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadaraguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 184 | 86 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 15 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 86 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 73 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Gadaraguda
Gadaraguda 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 Gadaraguda
Gadaraguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Gadaraguda is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Gadaraguda is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadaraguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadaraguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gadaraguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadaraguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gadaraguda
Where is Gadaraguda located?
Gadaraguda village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadaraguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadaraguda is Balipeta.
What is the pincode of Gadaraguda?
The pincode of Gadaraguda is 764014.
What is the population of Gadaraguda?
Gadaraguda has a total population of 184, including 86 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Gadaraguda?
There are 41 households in Gadaraguda.
What is the literacy rate in Gadaraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadaraguda is 11.41%. Male literacy is 15.12% and female literacy is 8.16%.