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
According to the 2011 Census, Bakaguda village had a total population of 106 people, including 59 males and 47 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 797 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.57%, with male literacy at 64.58% and female literacy at 14.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 106.
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 | 106 | 59 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 106, including 59 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Bakaguda?
Bakaguda had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakaguda was 41.57%. Male literacy was 64.58% and female literacy was 14.63%.