Guhiriapadar - Belpara, Balangir
Guhiriapadar is a village situated in the Belpara tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belpara and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Sarmuhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guhiriapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guhiriapadar is 420960. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 767026 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Guhiriapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guhiriapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Guhiriapadar village had a total population of 46 people, including 21 males and 25 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,190 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.11%, with male literacy at 43.75% and female literacy at 30.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 35.
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 | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 14 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Guhiriapadar
Guhiriapadar 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 Guhiriapadar
Public transport in the Guhiriapadar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kantabanji to Guhiriapadar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Guhiriapadar is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guhiriapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guhiriapadar 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 Guhiriapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guhiriapadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Guhiriapadar
Where is Guhiriapadar located?
Guhiriapadar village is located in Belpara Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Guhiriapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Guhiriapadar is Sarmuhan.
What is the pincode of Guhiriapadar?
The pincode of Guhiriapadar is 767026.
What is the population of Guhiriapadar?
Guhiriapadar had a total population of 46, including 21 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Guhiriapadar?
Guhiriapadar had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guhiriapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guhiriapadar was 36.11%. Male literacy was 43.75% and female literacy was 30.00%.