Demagudi - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Demagudi is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 63 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Buduballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Demagudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Demagudi is 425019. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 150 km away.
Demagudi 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 Demagudi
According to the 2011 Census, Demagudi village had a total population of 131 people, including 64 males and 67 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 12.15%, with male literacy at 22.41% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 131.
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 | 131 | 64 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 6 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 64 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 51 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Demagudi
Demagudi 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 Demagudi
Public transport in the Demagudi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Demagudi is about 150 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Demagudi is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Demagudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Demagudi 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 Demagudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Demagudi 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 Demagudi
Where is Demagudi located?
Demagudi village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Demagudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Demagudi is Buduballi.
What is the pincode of Demagudi?
The pincode of Demagudi is 765020.
What is the population of Demagudi?
Demagudi had a total population of 131, including 64 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Demagudi?
Demagudi had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Demagudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Demagudi was 12.15%. Male literacy was 22.41% and female literacy was 0.00%.