Grindul - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Grindul is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Manjhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Grindul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Grindul is 423858. The village covers a total geographical area of 335 hectares and falls under the 766016 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Grindul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Grindul
As per Census 2011, Grindul village has a total population of 1,009 people, consisting of 510 males and 499 females. The village has 267 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 163 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 458 literate and 551 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 360 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Grindul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,009 | 510 | 499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 85 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 52 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 360 | 181 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 282 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 228 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Grindul
Grindul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sukunimunda | South | 2.61 km |
| Manjhari | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Dudukel | East | 2.64 km |
| Dungariguda | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Kuresiuni | South | 3.16 km |
| Golamunda | South-West | 3.81 km |
| Tumura | West | 4.05 km |
| Khaliakani | South | 4.56 km |
| Udeshrunga | North-East | 4.71 km |
| Goindimunda | South | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Grindul
Grindul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.9 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 Junagarh to Grindul is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Grindul is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Grindul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Grindul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Grindul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Grindul 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Grindul
Where is Grindul located?
Grindul village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Grindul?
The Gram Panchayat of Grindul is Manjhari.
What is the pincode of Grindul?
The pincode of Grindul is 766016.
What is the population of Grindul?
Grindul has a total population of 1,009, including 510 males and 499 females.
How many households are there in Grindul?
There are 267 households in Grindul.
What is the literacy rate in Grindul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Grindul is 45.39%. Male literacy is 55.29% and female literacy is 35.27%.