Harlaguda - Padmapur, Rayagada
Harlaguda is a village situated in the Padmapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmapur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Tembaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harlaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harlaguda is 427087. The village covers a total geographical area of 1034 hectares and falls under the 765025 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Harlaguda 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 Harlaguda
As per Census 2011, Harlaguda village has a total population of 643 people, consisting of 310 males and 333 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 1,074 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 227 literate and 416 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 489 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harlaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 643 | 310 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 61 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 489 | 232 | 257 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 128 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 182 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Harlaguda
Harlaguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saradhapur | West | 1.95 km |
| Taralendi | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Khilingiri | East | 2.26 km |
| Kenduguda | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Dalimbapur | West | 2.99 km |
| Milkapanga | North | 3.42 km |
| Mushki | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Kandhapendaraguda | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Regeda | West | 3.95 km |
| Surulukupa | North-West | 4.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harlaguda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Harlaguda. The nearest railway station is Gunupur, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.9 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 Harlaguda is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Harlaguda is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harlaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harlaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Harlaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harlaguda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Harlaguda
Where is Harlaguda located?
Harlaguda village is located in Padmapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harlaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Harlaguda is Tembaguda.
What is the pincode of Harlaguda?
The pincode of Harlaguda is 765025.
What is the population of Harlaguda?
Harlaguda has a total population of 643, including 310 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Harlaguda?
There are 143 households in Harlaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Harlaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harlaguda is 35.30%. Male literacy is 41.29% and female literacy is 29.73%.