Harguli - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Harguli is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Raskola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harguli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harguli is 425340. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Harguli 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 Harguli
As per Census 2011, Harguli village has a total population of 159 people, consisting of 81 males and 78 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 13 literate and 146 illiterate residents. Additionally, 159 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harguli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 159 | 81 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 81 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 72 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Harguli
Harguli 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 Harguli
Public transport in the Harguli 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 Gunupur to Harguli is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Harguli is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harguli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harguli 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 Harguli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harguli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harguli
Where is Harguli located?
Harguli village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harguli?
The Gram Panchayat of Harguli is Raskola.
What is the pincode of Harguli?
The pincode of Harguli is 765019.
What is the population of Harguli?
Harguli has a total population of 159, including 81 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Harguli?
There are 37 households in Harguli.
What is the literacy rate in Harguli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harguli is 8.18%. Male literacy is 11.11% and female literacy is 5.13%.