Kharadangar - Gudari, Rayagada
Kharadangar is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Siriguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharadangar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharadangar is 426864. The village covers a total geographical area of 213 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Kharadangar 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 Kharadangar
According to the 2011 Census, Kharadangar village had a total population of 202 people, including 70 males and 132 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.35%, with male literacy at 91.07% and female literacy at 92.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 145.
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 | 202 | 70 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 46 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 51 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 19 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Kharadangar
Kharadangar 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 Kharadangar
Public transport in the Kharadangar 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 Rayagada to Kharadangar is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kharadangar is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharadangar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharadangar 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 Kharadangar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharadangar 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 Kharadangar
Where is Kharadangar located?
Kharadangar village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kharadangar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharadangar is Siriguda.
What is the pincode of Kharadangar?
The pincode of Kharadangar is 765026.
What is the population of Kharadangar?
Kharadangar had a total population of 202, including 70 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Kharadangar?
Kharadangar had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharadangar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharadangar was 92.35%. Male literacy was 91.07% and female literacy was 92.98%.