Bhairagoda - Muniguda, Rayagada
Bhairagoda is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muniguda and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bhairabagad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhairagoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhairagoda is 424952. The village covers a total geographical area of 225 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Bhairagoda 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 Bhairagoda
As per Census 2011, Bhairagoda village has a total population of 1,645 people, consisting of 784 males and 861 females. The village has 421 households and a sex ratio of 1,098 females per 1,000 males. There are 258 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 720 literate and 925 illiterate residents. Additionally, 447 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 288 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhairagoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,645 | 784 | 861 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 128 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 447 | 200 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 288 | 139 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 720 | 424 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 925 | 360 | 565 |
Nearby Villages of Bhairagoda
Bhairagoda 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 Bhairagoda
Bhairagoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Bhairagoda.
| 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 Bhairagoda is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bhairagoda is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhairagoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhairagoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhairagoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhairagoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhairagoda
Where is Bhairagoda located?
Bhairagoda village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhairagoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhairagoda is Bhairabagad.
What is the pincode of Bhairagoda?
The pincode of Bhairagoda is 765020.
What is the population of Bhairagoda?
Bhairagoda has a total population of 1,645, including 784 males and 861 females.
How many households are there in Bhairagoda?
There are 421 households in Bhairagoda.
What is the literacy rate in Bhairagoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhairagoda is 43.77%. Male literacy is 54.08% and female literacy is 34.38%.