Sauraguda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Sauraguda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 74 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chancharaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sauraguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sauraguda is 425200. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Sauraguda 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 Sauraguda
As per Census 2011, Sauraguda village has a total population of 116 people, consisting of 60 males and 56 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 78 literate and 38 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 114 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sauraguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 116 | 60 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 59 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 45 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 15 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Sauraguda
Sauraguda 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 Sauraguda
Public transport in the Sauraguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Sauraguda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Sauraguda is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sauraguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sauraguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sauraguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sauraguda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sauraguda
Where is Sauraguda located?
Sauraguda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sauraguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sauraguda is Chancharaguda.
What is the pincode of Sauraguda?
The pincode of Sauraguda is 765019.
What is the population of Sauraguda?
Sauraguda has a total population of 116, including 60 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Sauraguda?
There are 32 households in Sauraguda.
What is the literacy rate in Sauraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sauraguda is 67.24%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 58.93%.