Daragudi - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Daragudi is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sahada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daragudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daragudi is 425325. The village covers a total geographical area of 284 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Daragudi 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 Daragudi
According to the 2011 Census, Daragudi village had a total population of 536 people, including 256 males and 280 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 1,094 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.32%, with male literacy at 52.86% and female literacy at 36.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 122, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 408.
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 | 536 | 256 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 46 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 64 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 408 | 188 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 111 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 341 | 145 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Daragudi
Daragudi 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 Daragudi
Daragudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Rayagada to Daragudi is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Daragudi is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daragudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daragudi 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 Daragudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daragudi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Daragudi
Where is Daragudi located?
Daragudi village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daragudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Daragudi is Sahada.
What is the pincode of Daragudi?
The pincode of Daragudi is 765019.
What is the population of Daragudi?
Daragudi had a total population of 536, including 256 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Daragudi?
Daragudi had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daragudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daragudi was 44.32%. Male literacy was 52.86% and female literacy was 36.52%.