Gourenmunda - Gaisilet, Bargarh
Gourenmunda is a village situated in the Gaisilet tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaisilet and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Gourenmunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gourenmunda is 380134. The village covers a total geographical area of 636 hectares and falls under the 768037 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Gourenmunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gourenmunda
As per Census 2011, Gourenmunda village has a total population of 1,903 people, consisting of 920 males and 983 females. The village has 488 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,020 literate and 883 illiterate residents. Additionally, 331 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 288 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gourenmunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,903 | 920 | 983 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 125 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 331 | 156 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 288 | 141 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 1,020 | 568 | 452 |
| Illiterate Population | 883 | 352 | 531 |
Nearby Villages of Gourenmunda
Gourenmunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Turcha | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Raghupadar | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Salhepali | South | 1.75 km |
| Burochhapar | West | 1.94 km |
| San Dunguripali | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Ghadghadimal | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Maharpali | North-East | 2.42 km |
| Jamjuri | South | 2.83 km |
| Uparbahal | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Jagalpat | East | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gourenmunda
Public transport in the Gourenmunda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Loisingha, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padmapur to Gourenmunda is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Gourenmunda is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gourenmunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gourenmunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gourenmunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gourenmunda 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 Gourenmunda
Where is Gourenmunda located?
Gourenmunda village is located in Gaisilet Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gourenmunda?
Gourenmunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gourenmunda?
The pincode of Gourenmunda is 768037.
What is the population of Gourenmunda?
Gourenmunda has a total population of 1,903, including 920 males and 983 females.
How many households are there in Gourenmunda?
There are 488 households in Gourenmunda.
What is the literacy rate in Gourenmunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gourenmunda is 53.60%. Male literacy is 61.74% and female literacy is 45.98%.