Baliguda - Gudari, Rayagada
Baliguda is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Madhubana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baliguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baliguda is 426975. The village covers a total geographical area of 968 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Baliguda 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 Baliguda
As per Census 2011, Baliguda village has a total population of 561 people, consisting of 287 males and 274 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 334 literate and 227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 427 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baliguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 561 | 287 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 25 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 427 | 223 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 334 | 204 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 83 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Baliguda
Baliguda 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 Baliguda
Public transport in the Baliguda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Baliguda is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Baliguda is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baliguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baliguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baliguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baliguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Baliguda
Where is Baliguda located?
Baliguda village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baliguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Baliguda is Madhubana.
What is the pincode of Baliguda?
The pincode of Baliguda is 765026.
What is the population of Baliguda?
Baliguda has a total population of 561, including 287 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Baliguda?
There are 129 households in Baliguda.
What is the literacy rate in Baliguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baliguda is 59.54%. Male literacy is 71.08% and female literacy is 47.45%.