Bentaguda - Gudari, Rayagada
Bentaguda 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 75 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sanahuma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bentaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bentaguda is 426988. The village covers a total geographical area of 627 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bentaguda 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 Bentaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Bentaguda village had a total population of 402 people, including 202 males and 200 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.79%, with male literacy at 92.74% and female literacy at 56.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 359.
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 | 402 | 202 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 359 | 182 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 166 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 36 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Bentaguda
Bentaguda 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 Bentaguda
Bentaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bentaguda is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bentaguda is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bentaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bentaguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bentaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bentaguda 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 Bentaguda
Where is Bentaguda located?
Bentaguda village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bentaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bentaguda is Sanahuma.
What is the pincode of Bentaguda?
The pincode of Bentaguda is 765026.
What is the population of Bentaguda?
Bentaguda had a total population of 402, including 202 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Bentaguda?
Bentaguda had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bentaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bentaguda was 74.79%. Male literacy was 92.74% and female literacy was 56.74%.