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
According to the 2011 Census, Gunjima village had a total population of 107 people, including 48 males and 59 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,229 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.55%, with male literacy at 64.10% and female literacy at 27.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 107.
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 | 107 | 48 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 107, including 48 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Gunjima?
Gunjima had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gunjima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunjima was 42.55%. Male literacy was 64.10% and female literacy was 27.27%.