Brahagura - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Brahagura is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 68 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Buduballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Brahagura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brahagura is 425027. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 125 km away.
Brahagura 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 Brahagura
According to the 2011 Census, Brahagura village had a total population of 83 people, including 39 males and 44 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,128 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.54%, with male literacy at 40.63% and female literacy at 3.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 83.
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 | 83 | 39 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 39 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 13 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 26 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Brahagura
Brahagura 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 Brahagura
Public transport in the Brahagura is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Brahagura is about 125 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Brahagura 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 Brahagura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brahagura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Brahagura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brahagura 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Brahagura
Where is Brahagura located?
Brahagura village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Brahagura?
The Gram Panchayat of Brahagura is Buduballi.
What is the pincode of Brahagura?
The pincode of Brahagura is 765020.
What is the population of Brahagura?
Brahagura had a total population of 83, including 39 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Brahagura?
Brahagura had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Brahagura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brahagura was 21.54%. Male literacy was 40.63% and female literacy was 3.03%.