Gurujanga - Reamal, Deogarh
Gurujanga is a village situated in the Reamal tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Kundheigola and around 70 km from Debagarh. Tungamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurujanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurujanga is 383187. The village covers a total geographical area of 346 hectares and falls under the 768109 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Gurujanga 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 Gurujanga
According to the 2011 Census, Gurujanga village had a total population of 481 people, including 232 males and 249 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 1,073 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.79%, with male literacy at 83.08% and female literacy at 64.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 146.
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 | 481 | 232 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 31 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 67 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 167 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 65 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Gurujanga
Gurujanga 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 Gurujanga
Gurujanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gurujanga is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Gurujanga is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurujanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurujanga 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gurujanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurujanga 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gurujanga
Where is Gurujanga located?
Gurujanga village is located in Reamal Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gurujanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurujanga is Tungamal.
What is the pincode of Gurujanga?
The pincode of Gurujanga is 768109.
What is the population of Gurujanga?
Gurujanga had a total population of 481, including 232 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Gurujanga?
Gurujanga had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurujanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurujanga was 73.79%. Male literacy was 83.08% and female literacy was 64.93%.