Baruguda - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Baruguda is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sarikima serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baruguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baruguda is 425069. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Baruguda 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 Baruguda
According to the 2011 Census, Baruguda village had a total population of 252 people, including 128 males and 124 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.12%, with male literacy at 60.58% and female literacy at 31.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 250.
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 | 252 | 128 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 250 | 127 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 63 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 65 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Baruguda
Baruguda 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 Baruguda
Baruguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Baruguda is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Baruguda is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baruguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baruguda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Baruguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baruguda 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 Baruguda
Where is Baruguda located?
Baruguda village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baruguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Baruguda is Sarikima.
What is the pincode of Baruguda?
The pincode of Baruguda is 765020.
What is the population of Baruguda?
Baruguda had a total population of 252, including 128 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Baruguda?
Baruguda had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baruguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baruguda was 46.12%. Male literacy was 60.58% and female literacy was 31.37%.