Purdaguda - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Purdaguda is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 120 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sarikima serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purdaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purdaguda is 425116. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Purdaguda 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 Purdaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Purdaguda village had a total population of 89 people, including 48 males and 41 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 854 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.00%, with male literacy at 53.85% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 89.
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 | 89 | 48 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 48 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 27 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Purdaguda
Purdaguda 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 Purdaguda
Public transport in the Purdaguda is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Gudari to Purdaguda is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Purdaguda is about 100 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 Purdaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purdaguda 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 Purdaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purdaguda 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 Purdaguda
Where is Purdaguda located?
Purdaguda village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purdaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Purdaguda is Sarikima.
What is the pincode of Purdaguda?
The pincode of Purdaguda is 765020.
What is the population of Purdaguda?
Purdaguda had a total population of 89, including 48 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Purdaguda?
Purdaguda had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purdaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purdaguda was 44.00%. Male literacy was 53.85% and female literacy was 33.33%.