`Gurlaudar - Kantabanji, Balangir
`Gurlaudar is a village situated in the Kantabanji tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Turekela and around 105 km from Balangir. Baddakla serves as the Gram Panchayat for `Gurlaudar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of `Gurlaudar is 420852. The village covers a total geographical area of 168 hectares and falls under the 767060 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
`Gurlaudar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantabanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of `Gurlaudar
As per Census 2011, `Gurlaudar village has a total population of 394 people, consisting of 189 males and 205 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 1,084 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 130 literate and 264 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for `Gurlaudar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 394 | 189 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 82 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 107 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of `Gurlaudar
`Gurlaudar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baddakla | North-West | 1.38 km |
| `nagphena | North | 1.41 km |
| Ghunesh | South | 1.90 km |
| Damnichuan | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Gargadbahal | East | 3.06 km |
| Kadobeda | South | 3.79 km |
| Barla | South | 3.82 km |
| Dholmandal | North | 3.92 km |
| Khujen | South-West | 4.43 km |
| Gabhara | North | 4.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of `Gurlaudar
`Gurlaudar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Turekala Road, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.2 km.
| 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 `Gurlaudar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to `Gurlaudar is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in `Gurlaudar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for `Gurlaudar 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 `Gurlaudar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving `Gurlaudar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about `Gurlaudar
Where is `Gurlaudar located?
`Gurlaudar village is located in Kantabanji Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of `Gurlaudar?
The Gram Panchayat of `Gurlaudar is Baddakla.
What is the pincode of `Gurlaudar?
The pincode of `Gurlaudar is 767060.
What is the population of `Gurlaudar?
`Gurlaudar has a total population of 394, including 189 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in `Gurlaudar?
There are 105 households in `Gurlaudar.
What is the literacy rate in `Gurlaudar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of `Gurlaudar is 32.99%. Male literacy is 43.39% and female literacy is 23.41%.