Gurulia - Debagarh, Deogarh
Gurulia is a village situated in the Debagarh tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Reamal and around 40 km from Debagarh. Sodo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurulia is 383243. The village covers a total geographical area of 222 hectares and falls under the 768109 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Gurulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurulia
According to the 2011 Census, Gurulia village had a total population of 170 people, including 81 males and 89 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,099 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.58%, with male literacy at 75.95% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 170.
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 | 170 | 81 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 81 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 60 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 21 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Gurulia
Gurulia 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 Gurulia
Gurulia 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Debagarh to Gurulia is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Gurulia is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurulia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gurulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurulia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gurulia
Where is Gurulia located?
Gurulia village is located in Debagarh Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gurulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurulia is Sodo.
What is the pincode of Gurulia?
The pincode of Gurulia is 768109.
What is the population of Gurulia?
Gurulia had a total population of 170, including 81 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Gurulia?
Gurulia had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurulia was 62.58%. Male literacy was 75.95% and female literacy was 50.00%.