Boriguda - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Boriguda is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from Kashipur and around 106 km from Rayagada . Sunger serves as the Gram Panchayat for Boriguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boriguda is 425758. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Boriguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Boriguda
According to the 2011 Census, Boriguda village had a total population of 41 people, including 18 males and 23 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,278 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.13%, with male literacy at 21.43% and female literacy at 11.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
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 | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 15 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Boriguda
Boriguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kathaghar "a" | South-West | 0.96 km |
| Kulikupa (a) | South | 2.14 km |
| Nikesh | West | 2.48 km |
| Kodiguda | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Banateji | East | 3.34 km |
| Sunger | South | 3.56 km |
| Sinduraghati | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Pelanakona | East | 4.80 km |
| Gojapadar | South | 4.93 km |
| Katibhata | East | 4.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Boriguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Boriguda. The nearest railway station is Leliguma, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rayagada to Boriguda is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Boriguda is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boriguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boriguda 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 Boriguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boriguda 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 Boriguda
Where is Boriguda located?
Boriguda village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Boriguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Boriguda is Sunger.
What is the pincode of Boriguda?
The pincode of Boriguda is 765015.
What is the population of Boriguda?
Boriguda had a total population of 41, including 18 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Boriguda?
Boriguda had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boriguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boriguda was 16.13%. Male literacy was 21.43% and female literacy was 11.76%.