Gurumagadia - Odapada, Dhenkanal
Gurumagadia is a village situated in the Odapada tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Motunga and around 40 km from Dhenkanal. Odapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurumagadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurumagadia is 402903. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 759121 pincode. Dhenkanal is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Gurumagadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hindol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Gurumagadia
Gurumagadia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghantalapasi | North-East | 0.54 km |
| Tulasidihi | West | 0.75 km |
| Motunga | East | 0.94 km |
| Kangeilupal | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Charadagadia | West | 1.35 km |
| Nimabahali | South-East | 1.58 km |
| Kharagprasad | North | 1.77 km |
| Rangathali | East | 1.86 km |
| Galapada | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Kochilamada | West | 2.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gurumagadia
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gurumagadia. The nearest railway station is Meramandolil, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhenkanal to Gurumagadia is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Gurumagadia 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 Gurumagadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurumagadia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gurumagadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurumagadia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gurumagadia
Where is Gurumagadia located?
Gurumagadia village is located in Odapada Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurumagadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurumagadia is Odapada.
What is the pincode of Gurumagadia?
The pincode of Gurumagadia is 759121.