Banguru - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Banguru is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Badapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banguru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banguru is 430666. The village covers a total geographical area of 294 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Banguru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banguru
As per Census 2011, Banguru village has a total population of 568 people, consisting of 262 males and 306 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 1,167 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 311 literate and 257 illiterate residents. Additionally, 562 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banguru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 568 | 262 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 39 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 562 | 260 | 302 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 207 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 55 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Banguru
Banguru 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 Banguru
Banguru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Banguru is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Banguru is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banguru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banguru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Banguru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banguru 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Banguru
Where is Banguru located?
Banguru village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banguru?
The Gram Panchayat of Banguru is Badapadar.
What is the pincode of Banguru?
The pincode of Banguru is 764052.
What is the population of Banguru?
Banguru has a total population of 568, including 262 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Banguru?
There are 175 households in Banguru.
What is the literacy rate in Banguru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banguru is 54.75%. Male literacy is 79.01% and female literacy is 33.99%.