Barchiguda - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Barchiguda is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Buduballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barchiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barchiguda is 425061. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Barchiguda 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 Barchiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Barchiguda village had a total population of 229 people, including 113 males and 116 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.27%, with male literacy at 36.26% and female literacy at 17.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 101.
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 | 229 | 113 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 22 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 47 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 33 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 80 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Barchiguda
Barchiguda 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 Barchiguda
Public transport in the Barchiguda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Barchiguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudari to Barchiguda is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Barchiguda is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barchiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barchiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barchiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barchiguda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barchiguda
Where is Barchiguda located?
Barchiguda village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barchiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Barchiguda is Buduballi.
What is the pincode of Barchiguda?
The pincode of Barchiguda is 765020.
What is the population of Barchiguda?
Barchiguda had a total population of 229, including 113 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Barchiguda?
Barchiguda had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barchiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barchiguda was 27.27%. Male literacy was 36.26% and female literacy was 17.65%.