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
According to the 2011 Census, Sauraguda village had a total population of 116 people, including 60 males and 56 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.58%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 63.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 114.
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 | 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 had a total population of 116, including 60 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Sauraguda?
Sauraguda had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sauraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sauraguda was 73.58%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 63.46%.