Giniguda - Kukudakhandi, Ganjam
Giniguda is a village situated in the Kukudakhandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from Digapahandi and around 34 km from Chatrapur. Bonthapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Giniguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Giniguda is 412835. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 760002 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Giniguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Giniguda
According to the 2011 Census, Giniguda village had a total population of 181 people, including 91 males and 90 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.66%, with male literacy at 87.34% and female literacy at 37.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 181.
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 | 181 | 91 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 181 | 91 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 69 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 22 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Giniguda
Giniguda 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 Giniguda
Giniguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Giniguda.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Giniguda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Giniguda is about 34 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 Giniguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Giniguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Giniguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Giniguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Giniguda
Where is Giniguda located?
Giniguda village is located in Kukudakhandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Giniguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Giniguda is Bonthapalli.
What is the pincode of Giniguda?
The pincode of Giniguda is 760002.
What is the population of Giniguda?
Giniguda had a total population of 181, including 91 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Giniguda?
Giniguda had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Giniguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giniguda was 62.66%. Male literacy was 87.34% and female literacy was 37.97%.