Sargiguda - Malkangiri
Sargiguda is a village situated in the Malkangiri tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malkangiri and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Bhejaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sargiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sargiguda is 430202. The village covers a total geographical area of 303 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Sargiguda 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 Sargiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Sargiguda village had a total population of 276 people, including 138 males and 138 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.66%, with male literacy at 54.39% and female literacy at 25.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 220.
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 | 276 | 138 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 108 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 62 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 76 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Sargiguda
Sargiguda 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 Sargiguda
Sargiguda 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 >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 Malkangiri to Sargiguda is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Sargiguda is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sargiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sargiguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sargiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sargiguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sargiguda
Where is Sargiguda located?
Sargiguda village is located in Malkangiri Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sargiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sargiguda is Bhejaguda.
What is the pincode of Sargiguda?
The pincode of Sargiguda is 764051.
What is the population of Sargiguda?
Sargiguda had a total population of 276, including 138 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Sargiguda?
Sargiguda had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sargiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sargiguda was 39.66%. Male literacy was 54.39% and female literacy was 25.42%.