Putruguda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Putruguda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bhatpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Putruguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Putruguda is 425367. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Putruguda 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 Putruguda
According to the 2011 Census, Putruguda village had a total population of 275 people, including 125 males and 150 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.97%, with male literacy at 38.61% and female literacy at 20.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 272.
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 | 275 | 125 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 24 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 124 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 39 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 86 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Putruguda
Putruguda 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 Putruguda
Public transport in the Putruguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Putruguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gunupur to Putruguda is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Putruguda is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Putruguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Putruguda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Putruguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Putruguda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Putruguda
Where is Putruguda located?
Putruguda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Putruguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Putruguda is Bhatpur.
What is the pincode of Putruguda?
The pincode of Putruguda is 765019.
What is the population of Putruguda?
Putruguda had a total population of 275, including 125 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Putruguda?
Putruguda had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Putruguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Putruguda was 27.97%. Male literacy was 38.61% and female literacy was 20.00%.