Anguru - Rayagada
Anguru is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rayagada and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Karlakana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Anguru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anguru is 426246. The village covers a total geographical area of 335 hectares and falls under the 765017 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Anguru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Anguru
As per Census 2011, Anguru village has a total population of 393 people, consisting of 179 males and 214 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 1,195 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 106 literate and 287 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 374 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Anguru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 393 | 179 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 48 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 374 | 167 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 55 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 124 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Anguru
Anguru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurumapeta | East | 1.71 km |
| Antamada | North | 1.75 km |
| Karlakona (stesanguda) | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Tandipur (matiaguda) | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Nelibadi | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Sarabupitesu | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Khandesu | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Gobarapalli | North | 3.33 km |
| Dondili(nuaguda) | North | 3.64 km |
| Keutoguda | North-West | 3.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Anguru
Anguru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Keutguda, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Anguru is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Anguru is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Anguru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anguru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Anguru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anguru 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Anguru
Where is Anguru located?
Anguru village is located in Rayagada Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anguru?
The Gram Panchayat of Anguru is Karlakana.
What is the pincode of Anguru?
The pincode of Anguru is 765017.
What is the population of Anguru?
Anguru has a total population of 393, including 179 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Anguru?
There are 82 households in Anguru.
What is the literacy rate in Anguru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anguru is 26.97%. Male literacy is 30.73% and female literacy is 23.83%.