Muraguda - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Muraguda 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 80 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bijapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muraguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muraguda is 425136. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Muraguda 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 Muraguda
According to the 2011 Census, Muraguda village had a total population of 158 people, including 74 males and 84 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,135 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.72%, with male literacy at 62.30% and female literacy at 52.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 152.
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 | 158 | 74 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 70 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 36 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Muraguda
Muraguda 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 Muraguda
Muraguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gudari to Muraguda is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Muraguda is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muraguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muraguda 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 Muraguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muraguda 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 Muraguda
Where is Muraguda located?
Muraguda village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muraguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Muraguda is Bijapur.
What is the pincode of Muraguda?
The pincode of Muraguda is 765020.
What is the population of Muraguda?
Muraguda had a total population of 158, including 74 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Muraguda?
Muraguda had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muraguda was 56.72%. Male literacy was 62.30% and female literacy was 52.05%.