Gurlamal - Saintala, Balangir
Gurlamal is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Kandhkelgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurlamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurlamal is 421070. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Gurlamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurlamal
According to the 2011 Census, Gurlamal village had a total population of 157 people, including 81 males and 76 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.47%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 42.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 157 | 81 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 40 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 41 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Gurlamal
Gurlamal 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 Gurlamal
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gurlamal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Titlagarh to Gurlamal is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Gurlamal is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurlamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurlamal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gurlamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurlamal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gurlamal
Where is Gurlamal located?
Gurlamal village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurlamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurlamal is Kandhkelgaon.
What is the pincode of Gurlamal?
The pincode of Gurlamal is 767032.
What is the population of Gurlamal?
Gurlamal had a total population of 157, including 81 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Gurlamal?
Gurlamal had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurlamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurlamal was 54.47%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 42.86%.