Sourapendraguda - Padmapur, Rayagada
Sourapendraguda is a village situated in the Padmapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmapur and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Nuagada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sourapendraguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sourapendraguda is 427067. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 765025 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Sourapendraguda 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 Sourapendraguda
As per Census 2011, Sourapendraguda village has a total population of 34 people, consisting of 13 males and 21 females. The village has 9 households and a sex ratio of 1,615 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5 literate and 29 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sourapendraguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 34 | 13 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 10 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 9 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Sourapendraguda
Sourapendraguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kandhapendaraguda | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Redinguda | East | 2.58 km |
| Kanchakarada | South-East | 2.88 km |
| Ketemera | South-East | 2.93 km |
| Dagudi | North | 3.17 km |
| Taralendi | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Phajilibandha | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Milkapanga | West | 3.57 km |
| Laiguda | East | 3.66 km |
| Pusiguda | North-East | 3.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sourapendraguda
Public transport in the Sourapendraguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gunupur, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.8 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 Sourapendraguda is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Sourapendraguda is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sourapendraguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sourapendraguda 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 Sourapendraguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sourapendraguda 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 Sourapendraguda
Where is Sourapendraguda located?
Sourapendraguda village is located in Padmapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sourapendraguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sourapendraguda is Nuagada.
What is the pincode of Sourapendraguda?
The pincode of Sourapendraguda is 765025.
What is the population of Sourapendraguda?
Sourapendraguda has a total population of 34, including 13 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Sourapendraguda?
There are 9 households in Sourapendraguda.
What is the literacy rate in Sourapendraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sourapendraguda is 14.71%. Male literacy is 30.77% and female literacy is 4.76%.