Raguda - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Raguda is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Hanumantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raguda is 425104. The village covers a total geographical area of 209 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Raguda 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 Raguda
According to the 2011 Census, Raguda village had a total population of 147 people, including 79 males and 68 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.93%, with male literacy at 46.03% and female literacy at 18.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 146.
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 | 147 | 79 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 78 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 29 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 50 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Raguda
Raguda 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 Raguda
Public transport in the Raguda is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Raguda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Raguda 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 Raguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raguda 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 Raguda
Where is Raguda located?
Raguda village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Raguda is Hanumantpur.
What is the pincode of Raguda?
The pincode of Raguda is 765026.
What is the population of Raguda?
Raguda had a total population of 147, including 79 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Raguda?
Raguda had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raguda was 33.93%. Male literacy was 46.03% and female literacy was 18.37%.