Gurakhapali - Attabira, Bargarh
Gurakhapali is a village situated in the Attabira tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Attabira and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Jhiliminda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurakhapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurakhapali is 380915. The village covers a total geographical area of 374 hectares and falls under the 768027 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Gurakhapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Attabira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurakhapali
As per Census 2011, Gurakhapali village has a total population of 1,678 people, consisting of 846 males and 832 females. The village has 405 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,195 literate and 483 illiterate residents. Additionally, 609 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurakhapali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,678 | 846 | 832 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 72 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 609 | 293 | 316 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 34 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 1,195 | 670 | 525 |
| Illiterate Population | 483 | 176 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Gurakhapali
Gurakhapali 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 Gurakhapali
Gurakhapali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bargarh to Gurakhapali is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurakhapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurakhapali 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gurakhapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurakhapali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gurakhapali
Where is Gurakhapali located?
Gurakhapali village is located in Attabira Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurakhapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurakhapali is Jhiliminda.
What is the pincode of Gurakhapali?
The pincode of Gurakhapali is 768027.
What is the population of Gurakhapali?
Gurakhapali has a total population of 1,678, including 846 males and 832 females.
How many households are there in Gurakhapali?
There are 405 households in Gurakhapali.
What is the literacy rate in Gurakhapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurakhapali is 71.22%. Male literacy is 79.20% and female literacy is 63.10%.