Gud - Soro, Balasore
Gud is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from Soro and around 53 km from Baleshwar. Gud village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gud is 394009. The village covers a total geographical area of 564 hectares and falls under the 756046 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Gud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gud
As per Census 2011, Gud village has a total population of 4,710 people, consisting of 2,435 males and 2,275 females. The village has 1,156 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 494 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,672 literate and 1,038 illiterate residents. Additionally, 566 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,710 | 2,435 | 2,275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 494 | 255 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 566 | 293 | 273 |
| Literate Population | 3,672 | 2,027 | 1,645 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,038 | 408 | 630 |
Nearby Villages of Gud
Gud 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Artung | East | 1.38 km |
| Aharpur | North | 1.93 km |
| Suan | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Jagannathi | South | 2.21 km |
| Sudarsanpur | South | 2.42 km |
| Solagan | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Baincha | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Parsurampur | North | 2.84 km |
| Jireigadi | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Tentei | North-West | 3.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gud
Gud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Soro, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.1 km.
| 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 Soro to Gud is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Gud is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gud
Where is Gud located?
Gud village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gud?
Gud is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gud?
The pincode of Gud is 756046.
What is the population of Gud?
Gud has a total population of 4,710, including 2,435 males and 2,275 females.
How many households are there in Gud?
There are 1,156 households in Gud.
What is the literacy rate in Gud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gud is 77.96%. Male literacy is 83.24% and female literacy is 72.31%.