Bakaguda - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Bakaguda is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Hanumantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakaguda is 425110. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Bakaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakaguda
As per Census 2011, Bakaguda village has a total population of 106 people, consisting of 59 males and 47 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 796 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 37 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bakaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 106 | 59 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 59 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 31 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 28 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Bakaguda
Bakaguda 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 Bakaguda
Public transport in the Bakaguda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Gudari to Bakaguda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bakaguda is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakaguda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bakaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakaguda 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 Bakaguda
Where is Bakaguda located?
Bakaguda village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakaguda is Hanumantpur.
What is the pincode of Bakaguda?
The pincode of Bakaguda is 765020.
What is the population of Bakaguda?
Bakaguda has a total population of 106, including 59 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Bakaguda?
There are 23 households in Bakaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Bakaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakaguda is 34.91%. Male literacy is 52.54% and female literacy is 12.77%.