Seriguma - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Seriguma is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Serigumma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Seriguma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seriguma is 425704. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 765017 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Seriguma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Seriguma
According to the 2011 Census, Seriguma village had a total population of 642 people, including 331 males and 311 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.73%, with male literacy at 78.23% and female literacy at 47.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 278.
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 | 642 | 331 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 60 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 278 | 154 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 212 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 119 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Seriguma
Seriguma 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 Seriguma
Seriguma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Seriguma.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Seriguma is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Seriguma is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Seriguma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seriguma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Seriguma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Seriguma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Seriguma
Where is Seriguma located?
Seriguma village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Seriguma?
The Gram Panchayat of Seriguma is Serigumma.
What is the pincode of Seriguma?
The pincode of Seriguma is 765017.
What is the population of Seriguma?
Seriguma had a total population of 642, including 331 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Seriguma?
Seriguma had 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Seriguma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seriguma was 62.73%. Male literacy was 78.23% and female literacy was 47.67%.