Souraguda - Chandahandi, Nabarangpur
Souraguda is a village situated in the Chandahandi tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Chandahandi and around 130 km from Nabarangapur . Saradhapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Souraguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Souraguda is 427457. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 764077 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Souraguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Souraguda
According to the 2011 Census, Souraguda village had a total population of 146 people, including 74 males and 72 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.53%, with male literacy at 58.06% and female literacy at 23.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 96.
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 | 146 | 74 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 54 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 36 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 38 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Souraguda
Souraguda 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 Souraguda
Public transport in the Souraguda 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 Umarkote to Souraguda is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Souraguda is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Souraguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Souraguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Souraguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Souraguda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Souraguda
Where is Souraguda located?
Souraguda village is located in Chandahandi Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Souraguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Souraguda is Saradhapur.
What is the pincode of Souraguda?
The pincode of Souraguda is 764077.
What is the population of Souraguda?
Souraguda had a total population of 146, including 74 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Souraguda?
Souraguda had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Souraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Souraguda was 41.53%. Male literacy was 58.06% and female literacy was 23.21%.