Saraguda - Paparahandi, Nabarangpur
Saraguda is a village situated in the Paparahandi tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Paparahandi and around 27 km from Nabarangapur . Jatabal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saraguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraguda is 427756. The village covers a total geographical area of 268 hectares and falls under the 764071 pincode. Papadahandi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Saraguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dabugam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saraguda
As per Census 2011, Saraguda village has a total population of 591 people, consisting of 286 males and 305 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 176 literate and 415 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 524 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saraguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 591 | 286 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 42 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 524 | 256 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 109 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 177 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Saraguda
Saraguda 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 Saraguda
Public transport in the Saraguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Papadahandi to Saraguda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Saraguda is about 27 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 Saraguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saraguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saraguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saraguda
Where is Saraguda located?
Saraguda village is located in Paparahandi Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saraguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Saraguda is Jatabal.
What is the pincode of Saraguda?
The pincode of Saraguda is 764071.
What is the population of Saraguda?
Saraguda has a total population of 591, including 286 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Saraguda?
There are 133 households in Saraguda.
What is the literacy rate in Saraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraguda is 29.78%. Male literacy is 38.11% and female literacy is 21.97%.