Gauduni - Patrapur, Ganjam
Gauduni is a village situated in the Patrapur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 63 km from Ramagiri and around 73 km from Chatrapur. Tumbagada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gauduni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gauduni is 413420. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 761013 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Gauduni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gauduni
According to the 2011 Census, Gauduni village had a total population of 556 people, including 351 males and 205 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 584 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.08%, with male literacy at 87.38% and female literacy at 67.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 528.
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 | 556 | 351 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 42 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 528 | 337 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 394 | 270 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 81 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Gauduni
Gauduni 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 Gauduni
Gauduni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Gauduni has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Gauduni is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Gauduni is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gauduni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gauduni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gauduni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gauduni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gauduni
Where is Gauduni located?
Gauduni village is located in Patrapur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gauduni?
The Gram Panchayat of Gauduni is Tumbagada.
What is the pincode of Gauduni?
The pincode of Gauduni is 761013.
What is the population of Gauduni?
Gauduni had a total population of 556, including 351 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Gauduni?
Gauduni had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gauduni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gauduni was 80.08%. Male literacy was 87.38% and female literacy was 67.76%.