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
According to the 2011 Census, Gurakhapali village had a total population of 1,678 people, including 846 males and 832 females, living in 405 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.36%, with male literacy at 86.56% and female literacy at 69.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 609, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 74.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,678, including 846 males and 832 females.
How many households are there in Gurakhapali?
Gurakhapali had 405 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurakhapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurakhapali was 78.36%. Male literacy was 86.56% and female literacy was 69.91%.