Belamguda - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Belamguda is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Hanumantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belamguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belamguda is 425108. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Belamguda 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 Belamguda
According to the 2011 Census, Belamguda village had a total population of 477 people, including 217 males and 260 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 1,198 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.05%, with male literacy at 39.66% and female literacy at 14.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 278, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
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 | 477 | 217 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 43 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 122 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 69 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 148 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Belamguda
Belamguda 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 Belamguda
Public transport in the Belamguda is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Belamguda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Belamguda 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 Belamguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belamguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Belamguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belamguda 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 Belamguda
Where is Belamguda located?
Belamguda village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Belamguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Belamguda is Hanumantpur.
What is the pincode of Belamguda?
The pincode of Belamguda is 765020.
What is the population of Belamguda?
Belamguda had a total population of 477, including 217 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Belamguda?
Belamguda had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belamguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belamguda was 26.05%. Male literacy was 39.66% and female literacy was 14.56%.