Bada Agula - Muniguda, Rayagada
Bada Agula is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muniguda and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Augulo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bada Agula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bada Agula is 424882. The village covers a total geographical area of 418 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Bada Agula 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 Bada Agula
According to the 2011 Census, Bada Agula village had a total population of 1,276 people, including 570 males and 706 females, living in 262 households. The sex ratio was 1,239 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.14%, with male literacy at 61.64% and female literacy at 49.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 353, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 573.
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 | 1,276 | 570 | 706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 93 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 163 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 573 | 232 | 341 |
| Literate Population | 585 | 294 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 691 | 276 | 415 |
Nearby Villages of Bada Agula
Bada Agula 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 Bada Agula
Bada Agula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bada Agula.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Bada Agula is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bada Agula is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bada Agula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bada Agula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bada Agula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bada Agula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bada Agula
Where is Bada Agula located?
Bada Agula village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bada Agula?
The Gram Panchayat of Bada Agula is Augulo.
What is the pincode of Bada Agula?
The pincode of Bada Agula is 765020.
What is the population of Bada Agula?
Bada Agula had a total population of 1,276, including 570 males and 706 females.
How many households are there in Bada Agula?
Bada Agula had 262 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bada Agula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bada Agula was 55.14%. Male literacy was 61.64% and female literacy was 49.83%.