Gudibandha - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Gudibandha is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from Tarasingi and around 129 km from Chatrapur. Harigada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gudibandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gudibandha is 410275. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 761131 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gudibandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gudibandha
According to the 2011 Census, Gudibandha village had a total population of 720 people, including 361 males and 359 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 82.69% and female literacy at 67.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 348, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 720 | 361 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 49 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 348 | 164 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 258 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 103 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Gudibandha
Gudibandha 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 Gudibandha
Gudibandha 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 | 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 Bhanjanagar to Gudibandha is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Gudibandha is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gudibandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gudibandha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gudibandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gudibandha 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gudibandha
Where is Gudibandha located?
Gudibandha village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gudibandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Gudibandha is Harigada.
What is the pincode of Gudibandha?
The pincode of Gudibandha is 761131.
What is the population of Gudibandha?
Gudibandha had a total population of 720, including 361 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Gudibandha?
Gudibandha had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gudibandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gudibandha was 75.00%. Male literacy was 82.69% and female literacy was 67.41%.