Koraput Assembly Constituency (विधानसभा क्षेत्र)
About Koraput Assembly Constituency
The Koraput Assembly Constituency is a pivotal area in the democratic framework of Odisha. This constituency is represented by an elected member of the State Legislative Assembly and contributes to the governance and development of the state.
In the recent assembly elections, the Biju Janata Dal party showed consistent strength. Raghu Ram Padal stood out as a key candidate in the Koraput constituency and is currently serving as its MLA (Member of Legislative Assembly - आमदार).
Constituency Details
Associated Parliament Constituency
An Assembly Constituency, like Koraput, serves as the foundation for state-level governance and citizen representation. It ensures that the voices of residents are heard and addressed in legislative processes.
Election Result Details
The last assembly elections in Koraput were held in 2019. Raghu Ram Padal won the MLA seat with a margin of 4.7%. They represented the Biju Janata Dal, showing the party's strong support in this area.
| Assembly Constituency Name | Koraput | Assembly Constituency Number | 144 |
| District | Koraput | Constituency Type | Scheduled Caste |
| Winning Candidate | Raghu Ram Padal | Party | Biju Janata Dal |
| Total Electors | 190,252 | Total Votes | 133,670 |
| Poll Percentage | 70.3% | Margin Votes | 6,285 |
| Margin Percentage | 4.7% | Election Year | 2019 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Koraput is located in the Koraput district of Odisha.
Koraput is categorized as a Scheduled Caste (SC) constituency.
The current MLA of Koraput is Raghu Ram Padal from the Biju Janata Dal.
- Voter turnout: 70.3%
- Total votes cast: 133,670
- Total electors: 190,252
- Winning margin: 6,285 votes (4.7%)
Koraput falls under the Koraput parliamentary constituency.
Raghu Ram Padal represents the Biju Janata Dal.
Raghu Ram Padal won with a margin of 6,285 votes, which is 4.7% of the total votes.
The Assembly Constituency Code for Koraput is 144.
The last assembly elections in Koraput were held in 2019.