Gunjima - Mohana, Gajapati
Gunjima is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Malasapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gunjima village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunjima is 413721. The village covers a total geographical area of 182 hectares and falls under the 761017 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Gunjima 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 Gunjima
As per Census 2011, Gunjima village has a total population of 107 people, consisting of 48 males and 59 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,229 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 40 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gunjima are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 107 | 48 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 48 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 25 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 23 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Gunjima
Gunjima 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 Gunjima
Gunjima is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Gunjima is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Gunjima is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunjima
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunjima 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gunjima
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunjima village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gunjima
Where is Gunjima located?
Gunjima village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunjima?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunjima is Malasapadar.
What is the pincode of Gunjima?
The pincode of Gunjima is 761017.
What is the population of Gunjima?
Gunjima has a total population of 107, including 48 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Gunjima?
There are 25 households in Gunjima.
What is the literacy rate in Gunjima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunjima is 37.38%. Male literacy is 52.08% and female literacy is 25.42%.