Bangurupoda - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Bangurupoda 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 Bangurupoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bangurupoda is 430625. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bangurupoda 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 Bangurupoda
According to the 2011 Census, Bangurupoda village had a total population of 133 people, including 68 males and 65 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.00%, with male literacy at 68.75% and female literacy at 34.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 82.
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 | 133 | 68 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 33 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 35 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Bangurupoda
Bangurupoda 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 Bangurupoda
Public transport in the Bangurupoda is mainly available through shared van 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 Bangurupoda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Bangurupoda 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 Bangurupoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bangurupoda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bangurupoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bangurupoda 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 Bangurupoda
Where is Bangurupoda located?
Bangurupoda village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bangurupoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bangurupoda is Badapadar.
What is the pincode of Bangurupoda?
The pincode of Bangurupoda is 764052.
What is the population of Bangurupoda?
Bangurupoda had a total population of 133, including 68 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Bangurupoda?
Bangurupoda had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bangurupoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bangurupoda was 51.00%. Male literacy was 68.75% and female literacy was 34.62%.