Belagachhatunda - Kashipur, Rayagada
Belagachhatunda is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from Doraguda and around 74 km from Rayagada . Dongasil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belagachhatunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belagachhatunda is 426151. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Belagachhatunda 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 Belagachhatunda
As per Census 2011, Belagachhatunda village has a total population of 253 people, consisting of 133 males and 120 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 37 literate and 216 illiterate residents. Additionally, 217 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belagachhatunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 253 | 133 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 113 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 27 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 106 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Belagachhatunda
Belagachhatunda 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 Belagachhatunda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Belagachhatunda.
| 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 Belagachhatunda is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Belagachhatunda is about 74 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 Belagachhatunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belagachhatunda 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 Belagachhatunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belagachhatunda 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 Belagachhatunda
Where is Belagachhatunda located?
Belagachhatunda village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belagachhatunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Belagachhatunda is Dongasil.
What is the pincode of Belagachhatunda?
The pincode of Belagachhatunda is 765015.
What is the population of Belagachhatunda?
Belagachhatunda has a total population of 253, including 133 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Belagachhatunda?
There are 64 households in Belagachhatunda.
What is the literacy rate in Belagachhatunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belagachhatunda is 14.62%. Male literacy is 20.30% and female literacy is 8.33%.