Gurangi-I - Patrapur, Ganjam
Gurangi-I is a village situated in the Patrapur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Jarada and around 85 km from Chatrapur. Khariaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurangi-I village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurangi-I is 413182. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 761209 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Gurangi-I 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 Gurangi-I
As per Census 2011, Gurangi-I village has a total population of 258 people, consisting of 134 males and 124 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 97 literate and 161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurangi-I are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 258 | 134 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 62 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 72 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Gurangi-I
Gurangi-I 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 Gurangi-I
Public transport in the Gurangi-I is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Gurangi-I is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Gurangi-I is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurangi-I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurangi-I village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gurangi-I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurangi-I 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gurangi-I
Where is Gurangi-I located?
Gurangi-I village is located in Patrapur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurangi-I?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurangi-I is Khariaguda.
What is the pincode of Gurangi-I?
The pincode of Gurangi-I is 761209.
What is the population of Gurangi-I?
Gurangi-I has a total population of 258, including 134 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Gurangi-I?
There are 47 households in Gurangi-I.
What is the literacy rate in Gurangi-I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurangi-I is 37.60%. Male literacy is 46.27% and female literacy is 28.23%.