Buguda - Dasapalla, Nayagarh
Buguda is a village situated in the Dasapalla tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasapalla and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Takera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Buguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buguda is 405396. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 752084 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Buguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Buguda
According to the 2011 Census, Buguda village had a total population of 558 people, including 131 males and 427 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 3,260 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.15%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 87.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 151, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 349.
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 | 558 | 131 | 427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 56 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 349 | 43 | 306 |
| Literate Population | 453 | 87 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 44 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Buguda
Buguda 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 Buguda
Buguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Buguda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Buguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buguda 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 Buguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buguda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Buguda
Where is Buguda located?
Buguda village is located in Dasapalla Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Buguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Buguda is Takera.
What is the pincode of Buguda?
The pincode of Buguda is 752084.
What is the population of Buguda?
Buguda had a total population of 558, including 131 males and 427 females.
How many households are there in Buguda?
Buguda had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Buguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buguda was 85.15%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 87.98%.