Bahuguda - Gudari, Rayagada
Bahuguda is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Karlaghati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahuguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahuguda is 426846. The village covers a total geographical area of 240 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Bahuguda 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 Bahuguda
According to the 2011 Census, Bahuguda village had a total population of 82 people, including 39 males and 43 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.04%, with male literacy at 45.83% and female literacy at 30.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 82.
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 | 82 | 39 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 39 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 28 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Bahuguda
Bahuguda 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 Bahuguda
Bahuguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudari to Bahuguda is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bahuguda is about 102 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 Bahuguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahuguda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bahuguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahuguda 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 Bahuguda
Where is Bahuguda located?
Bahuguda village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahuguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahuguda is Karlaghati.
What is the pincode of Bahuguda?
The pincode of Bahuguda is 765026.
What is the population of Bahuguda?
Bahuguda had a total population of 82, including 39 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Bahuguda?
Bahuguda had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahuguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahuguda was 37.04%. Male literacy was 45.83% and female literacy was 30.00%.