Ramaguda - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Ramaguda is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Nuaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramaguda is 430644. The village covers a total geographical area of 281 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Ramaguda 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 Ramaguda
As per Census 2011, Ramaguda village has a total population of 568 people, consisting of 286 males and 282 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 79 literate and 489 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 389 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 568 | 286 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 75 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 389 | 199 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 66 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 489 | 220 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Ramaguda
Ramaguda 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 Ramaguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ramaguda.
| 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 Balimela to Ramaguda is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Ramaguda is about 72 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 Ramaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramaguda 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 Ramaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramaguda 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 Ramaguda
Where is Ramaguda located?
Ramaguda village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramaguda is Nuaguda.
What is the pincode of Ramaguda?
The pincode of Ramaguda is 764052.
What is the population of Ramaguda?
Ramaguda has a total population of 568, including 286 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Ramaguda?
There are 129 households in Ramaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Ramaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramaguda is 13.91%. Male literacy is 23.08% and female literacy is 4.61%.