Gunu - Lailunga, Raigarh
Gunu is a village situated in the Lailunga tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lailunga and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Gunu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunu is 434634. The village covers a total geographical area of 1120.94 hectares and falls under the 496115 pincode. Lailunga is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gunu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lailunga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gunu
As per Census 2011, Gunu village has a total population of 739 people, consisting of 362 males and 377 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 373 literate and 366 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 516 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gunu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 739 | 362 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 52 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 516 | 246 | 270 |
| Literate Population | 373 | 234 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 366 | 128 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Gunu
Gunu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Diyagarh | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Gahira | East | 2.51 km |
| Kenapara | West | 2.83 km |
| Chingari | South | 2.84 km |
| Sagarpali | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Laripani | North-West | 3.59 km |
| Tilaidarha | East | 3.69 km |
| Bhakurra | East | 4.18 km |
| Sohanpur | North | 4.40 km |
| Ganjpur | South | 4.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gunu
Gunu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhupdeopur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Lailunga to Gunu is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Gunu is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunu 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 Gunu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunu 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 Gunu
Where is Gunu located?
Gunu village is located in Lailunga Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunu?
Gunu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gunu?
The pincode of Gunu is 496115.
What is the population of Gunu?
Gunu has a total population of 739, including 362 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Gunu?
There are 200 households in Gunu.
What is the literacy rate in Gunu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunu is 50.47%. Male literacy is 64.64% and female literacy is 36.87%.