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
As per Census 2011, Purdaguda village has a total population of 89 people, consisting of 48 males and 41 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 33 literate and 56 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purdaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 89 | 48 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| 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 has a total population of 89, including 48 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Purdaguda?
There are 17 households in Purdaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Purdaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purdaguda is 37.08%. Male literacy is 43.75% and female literacy is 29.27%.