Boriguda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Boriguda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Dumurunelli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Boriguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boriguda is 425317. The village covers a total geographical area of 169 hectares and falls under the 765018 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Boriguda 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 Boriguda
According to the 2011 Census, Boriguda village had a total population of 122 people, including 54 males and 68 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,259 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.35%, with male literacy at 62.79% and female literacy at 14.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 122.
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 | 122 | 54 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 54 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 27 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 27 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Boriguda
Boriguda 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 Boriguda
Public transport in the Boriguda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Boriguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Boriguda is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Boriguda is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boriguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boriguda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Boriguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boriguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Boriguda
Where is Boriguda located?
Boriguda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Boriguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Boriguda is Dumurunelli.
What is the pincode of Boriguda?
The pincode of Boriguda is 765018.
What is the population of Boriguda?
Boriguda had a total population of 122, including 54 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Boriguda?
Boriguda had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boriguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boriguda was 35.35%. Male literacy was 62.79% and female literacy was 14.29%.