Soura Guda - Gudari, Rayagada
Soura Guda is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Pendili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soura Guda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soura Guda is 426943. The village covers a total geographical area of 834 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Soura Guda 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 Soura Guda
According to the 2011 Census, Soura Guda village had a total population of 396 people, including 183 males and 213 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,164 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.62%, with male literacy at 70.67% and female literacy at 46.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 111, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 285.
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 | 396 | 183 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 52 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 285 | 131 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 106 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 77 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Soura Guda
Soura Guda 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 Soura Guda
Soura Guda 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 >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 Soura Guda is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soura Guda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soura Guda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Soura Guda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soura Guda 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Soura Guda
Where is Soura Guda located?
Soura Guda village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Soura Guda?
The Gram Panchayat of Soura Guda is Pendili.
What is the pincode of Soura Guda?
The pincode of Soura Guda is 765026.
What is the population of Soura Guda?
Soura Guda had a total population of 396, including 183 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Soura Guda?
Soura Guda had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soura Guda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soura Guda was 57.62%. Male literacy was 70.67% and female literacy was 46.63%.