Bhurugam - Muniguda, Rayagada
Bhurugam is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from Ambadala and around 89 km from Rayagada . Jagadalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhurugam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhurugam is 424785. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Bhurugam 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 Bhurugam
According to the 2011 Census, Bhurugam village had a total population of 312 people, including 156 males and 156 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.17%, with male literacy at 35.61% and female literacy at 22.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 171.
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 | 312 | 156 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 171 | 85 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 47 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 109 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Bhurugam
Bhurugam 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 Bhurugam
Public transport in the Bhurugam is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhurugam is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bhurugam is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhurugam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhurugam 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhurugam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhurugam 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 Bhurugam
Where is Bhurugam located?
Bhurugam village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhurugam?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhurugam is Jagadalpur.
What is the pincode of Bhurugam?
The pincode of Bhurugam is 765020.
What is the population of Bhurugam?
Bhurugam had a total population of 312, including 156 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Bhurugam?
Bhurugam had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhurugam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhurugam was 29.17%. Male literacy was 35.61% and female literacy was 22.73%.