Gujurisul - Jaleswar, Balasore
Gujurisul is a village situated in the Jaleswar tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Raibania and around 75 km from Baleshwar. Saradarbandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gujurisul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gujurisul is 391368. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 756033 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Gujurisul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gujurisul
According to the 2011 Census, Gujurisul village had a total population of 186 people, including 86 males and 100 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,163 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.33%, with male literacy at 67.16% and female literacy at 34.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 175.
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 | 186 | 86 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 175 | 81 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 45 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 41 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Gujurisul
Gujurisul 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 Gujurisul
Gujurisul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Gujurisul is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Gujurisul is about 75 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 Gujurisul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gujurisul 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 Gujurisul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gujurisul 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 Gujurisul
Where is Gujurisul located?
Gujurisul village is located in Jaleswar Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gujurisul?
The Gram Panchayat of Gujurisul is Saradarbandh.
What is the pincode of Gujurisul?
The pincode of Gujurisul is 756033.
What is the population of Gujurisul?
Gujurisul had a total population of 186, including 86 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Gujurisul?
Gujurisul had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gujurisul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gujurisul was 49.33%. Male literacy was 67.16% and female literacy was 34.94%.