Dharmaguda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Dharmaguda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Durgi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharmaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharmaguda is 425429. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Dharmaguda 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 Dharmaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Dharmaguda village had a total population of 255 people, including 126 males and 129 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.17%, with male literacy at 35.35% and female literacy at 21.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 246.
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 | 255 | 126 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 27 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 246 | 121 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 35 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 91 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Dharmaguda
Dharmaguda 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 Dharmaguda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dharmaguda.
| 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 Rayagada to Dharmaguda is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Dharmaguda is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharmaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharmaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dharmaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharmaguda 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 Dharmaguda
Where is Dharmaguda located?
Dharmaguda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharmaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharmaguda is Durgi.
What is the pincode of Dharmaguda?
The pincode of Dharmaguda is 765019.
What is the population of Dharmaguda?
Dharmaguda had a total population of 255, including 126 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Dharmaguda?
Dharmaguda had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharmaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharmaguda was 28.17%. Male literacy was 35.35% and female literacy was 21.93%.