Asaragudi - Padmapur, Rayagada
Asaragudi is a village situated in the Padmapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmapur and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Nuagada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asaragudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asaragudi is 427043. The village covers a total geographical area of 1953 hectares and falls under the 765025 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Asaragudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asaragudi
As per Census 2011, Asaragudi village has a total population of 319 people, consisting of 136 males and 183 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,345 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 71 literate and 248 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 301 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asaragudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 319 | 136 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 32 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 301 | 127 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 41 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 95 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Asaragudi
Asaragudi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bondaguda | South-West | 1.05 km |
| Taladakarpanka | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Patuguda | West | 2.26 km |
| Mahadimba | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Kandhalugurumundi | South | 2.66 km |
| Kirilibaju | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Pangedikua | South | 2.75 km |
| Karigiju | North | 2.82 km |
| Pusiguda | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Guluguda | South-West | 3.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asaragudi
Asaragudi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gunupur, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.3 km.
| 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 Gunupur to Asaragudi is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Asaragudi is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asaragudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asaragudi 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 Asaragudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asaragudi 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 Asaragudi
Where is Asaragudi located?
Asaragudi village is located in Padmapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asaragudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Asaragudi is Nuagada.
What is the pincode of Asaragudi?
The pincode of Asaragudi is 765025.
What is the population of Asaragudi?
Asaragudi has a total population of 319, including 136 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Asaragudi?
There are 77 households in Asaragudi.
What is the literacy rate in Asaragudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asaragudi is 22.26%. Male literacy is 30.15% and female literacy is 16.39%.