Baradaguda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Baradaguda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Hajaridang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baradaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baradaguda is 425352. The village covers a total geographical area of 167 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Baradaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baradaguda
As per Census 2011, Baradaguda village has a total population of 293 people, consisting of 139 males and 154 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,107 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 161 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 245 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baradaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 293 | 139 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 245 | 114 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 92 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 47 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Baradaguda
Baradaguda 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 Baradaguda
Public transport in the Baradaguda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gunupur to Baradaguda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Baradaguda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baradaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baradaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Baradaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baradaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Baradaguda
Where is Baradaguda located?
Baradaguda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baradaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Baradaguda is Hajaridang.
What is the pincode of Baradaguda?
The pincode of Baradaguda is 765019.
What is the population of Baradaguda?
Baradaguda has a total population of 293, including 139 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Baradaguda?
There are 59 households in Baradaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Baradaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baradaguda is 54.95%. Male literacy is 66.19% and female literacy is 44.81%.