Bangarugudi - Pottangi, Koraput
Bangarugudi is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 49 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pottangi and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Talagoluru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bangarugudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bangarugudi is 430097. The village covers a total geographical area of 14 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Bangarugudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bangarugudi
According to the 2011 Census, Bangarugudi village had a total population of 104 people, including 51 males and 53 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.75%, with male literacy at 23.08% and female literacy at 24.39%.
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 | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 42 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Bangarugudi
Bangarugudi 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 Bangarugudi
Public transport in the Bangarugudi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Bangarugudi is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Bangarugudi is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bangarugudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bangarugudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bangarugudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bangarugudi 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 Bangarugudi
Where is Bangarugudi located?
Bangarugudi village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bangarugudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bangarugudi is Talagoluru.
What is the pincode of Bangarugudi?
The pincode of Bangarugudi is 764039.
What is the population of Bangarugudi?
Bangarugudi had a total population of 104, including 51 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Bangarugudi?
Bangarugudi had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bangarugudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bangarugudi was 23.75%. Male literacy was 23.08% and female literacy was 24.39%.