Guhiramunda - Patnagarh, Balangir
Guhiramunda is a village situated in the Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patnagarh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Gangasagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guhiramunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guhiramunda is 420686. The village covers a total geographical area of 311 hectares and falls under the 767025 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Guhiramunda 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 Guhiramunda
As per Census 2011, Guhiramunda village has a total population of 683 people, consisting of 342 males and 341 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 364 literate and 319 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 244 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guhiramunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 683 | 342 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 53 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 71 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 244 | 123 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 214 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 128 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Guhiramunda
Guhiramunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siletpara | North | 1.30 km |
| Rahenmal | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Bindhanpathar | South | 1.67 km |
| Gangasagar | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Salepali | West | 2.47 km |
| Kendumundi | South-East | 2.74 km |
| San Bichhilibahal | North | 2.84 km |
| Chuladarha | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Baghalabandh | East | 3.08 km |
| Chingerbandh | East | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guhiramunda
Public transport in the Guhiramunda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kantabanji, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patnagarh to Guhiramunda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Guhiramunda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guhiramunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guhiramunda 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 Guhiramunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guhiramunda 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 Guhiramunda
Where is Guhiramunda located?
Guhiramunda village is located in Patnagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guhiramunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Guhiramunda is Gangasagar.
What is the pincode of Guhiramunda?
The pincode of Guhiramunda is 767025.
What is the population of Guhiramunda?
Guhiramunda has a total population of 683, including 342 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Guhiramunda?
There are 167 households in Guhiramunda.
What is the literacy rate in Guhiramunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guhiramunda is 53.29%. Male literacy is 62.57% and female literacy is 43.99%.