Gurandia` - Surada, Ganjam
Gurandia` is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Lathipada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurandia` village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurandia` is 410832. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Gurandia` village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurandia`
As per Census 2011, Gurandia` village has a total population of 202 people, consisting of 97 males and 105 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,082 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurandia` are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 202 | 97 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 61 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 57 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 40 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Gurandia`
Gurandia` is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanasurada | South-East | 1.05 km |
| Sagidi | East | 1.94 km |
| Khilabadi | North | 2.64 km |
| Dhobadi | West | 3.05 km |
| Ragada | North | 3.72 km |
| Kadalijhola | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Baduapalli | South-West | 4.19 km |
| Haripur | South-West | 5.30 km |
| Makarapalli | East | 5.37 km |
| Bankanedi | North-East | 5.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gurandia`
Public transport in the Gurandia` is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Gurandia` is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Gurandia` is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurandia`
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurandia` 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gurandia`
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurandia` village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gurandia`
Where is Gurandia` located?
Gurandia` village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurandia`?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurandia` is Lathipada.
What is the pincode of Gurandia`?
The pincode of Gurandia` is 761108.
What is the population of Gurandia`?
Gurandia` has a total population of 202, including 97 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Gurandia`?
There are 42 households in Gurandia`.
What is the literacy rate in Gurandia`?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurandia` is 47.52%. Male literacy is 58.76% and female literacy is 37.14%.