Belamaguda - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Belamaguda is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belamaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belamaguda is 425038. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Belamaguda 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 Belamaguda
As per Census 2011, Belamaguda village has a total population of 153 people, consisting of 78 males and 75 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 56 literate and 97 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 143 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belamaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 153 | 78 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 143 | 71 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 39 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 39 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Belamaguda
Belamaguda 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 Belamaguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Belamaguda.
| 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 Rayagada to Belamaguda is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Belamaguda is about 120 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 Belamaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belamaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Belamaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belamaguda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Belamaguda
Where is Belamaguda located?
Belamaguda village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belamaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Belamaguda is Chandrapur.
What is the pincode of Belamaguda?
The pincode of Belamaguda is 765020.
What is the population of Belamaguda?
Belamaguda has a total population of 153, including 78 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Belamaguda?
There are 30 households in Belamaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Belamaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belamaguda is 36.60%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 22.67%.