Gundurikhola - Athmallik, Angul
Gundurikhola is a village situated in the Athmallik tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from Thakurgarh and around 53 km from Anugul . Kurumtap serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gundurikhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundurikhola is 404991. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 759125 pincode. Athamallik is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Gundurikhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athmallik Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gundurikhola
According to the 2011 Census, Gundurikhola village had a total population of 510 people, including 257 males and 253 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.02%, with male literacy at 88.41% and female literacy at 73.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 47.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 510 | 257 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 24 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 206 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 51 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Gundurikhola
Gundurikhola is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gundurikhola
Gundurikhola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Athamallik to Gundurikhola is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Gundurikhola is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundurikhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundurikhola 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gundurikhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundurikhola 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gundurikhola
Where is Gundurikhola located?
Gundurikhola village is located in Athmallik Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gundurikhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Gundurikhola is Kurumtap.
What is the pincode of Gundurikhola?
The pincode of Gundurikhola is 759125.
What is the population of Gundurikhola?
Gundurikhola had a total population of 510, including 257 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Gundurikhola?
Gundurikhola had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gundurikhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundurikhola was 81.02%. Male literacy was 88.41% and female literacy was 73.18%.