Guluba - Mohana, Gajapati
Guluba is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Baghamari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guluba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guluba is 413932. The village covers a total geographical area of 378 hectares and falls under the 761217 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Guluba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guluba
As per Census 2011, Guluba village has a total population of 525 people, consisting of 263 males and 262 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 328 literate and 197 illiterate residents. Additionally, 177 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guluba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 525 | 263 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 50 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 94 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 183 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 80 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Guluba
Guluba 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 Guluba
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Guluba.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Guluba is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Guluba is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guluba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guluba 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Guluba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guluba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Guluba
Where is Guluba located?
Guluba village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guluba?
The Gram Panchayat of Guluba is Baghamari.
What is the pincode of Guluba?
The pincode of Guluba is 761217.
What is the population of Guluba?
Guluba has a total population of 525, including 263 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Guluba?
There are 114 households in Guluba.
What is the literacy rate in Guluba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guluba is 62.48%. Male literacy is 69.58% and female literacy is 55.34%.