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
According to the 2011 Census, Gadaraguda village had a total population of 184 people, including 86 males and 98 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,140 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 15.00%, with male literacy at 18.31% and female literacy at 11.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 184.
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 | 184 | 86 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 15 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 184, including 86 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Gadaraguda?
Gadaraguda had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadaraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadaraguda was 15.00%. Male literacy was 18.31% and female literacy was 11.59%.