Gouribud - Laikera, Jharsuguda
Gouribud is a village situated in the Laikera tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Laikera and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Jharsuguda. Kulemura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gouribud village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gouribud is 381202. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 768215 pincode. Jharsuguda is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Gouribud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharsuguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gouribud
According to the 2011 Census, Gouribud village had a total population of 29 people, including 17 males and 12 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 706 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.62%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 70.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 15 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 2 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Gouribud
Gouribud 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 Gouribud
Gouribud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gouribud.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jharsuguda to Gouribud is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gouribud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gouribud 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gouribud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gouribud 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gouribud
Where is Gouribud located?
Gouribud village is located in Laikera Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gouribud?
The Gram Panchayat of Gouribud is Kulemura.
What is the pincode of Gouribud?
The pincode of Gouribud is 768215.
What is the population of Gouribud?
Gouribud had a total population of 29, including 17 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Gouribud?
Gouribud had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gouribud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gouribud was 84.62%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 70.00%.