Gungunia - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Gungunia is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Bandigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gungunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gungunia is 424098. The village covers a total geographical area of 296 hectares and falls under the 766017 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Gungunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gungunia
As per Census 2011, Gungunia village has a total population of 860 people, consisting of 439 males and 421 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 461 literate and 399 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 190 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gungunia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 860 | 439 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 54 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 70 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 190 | 97 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 301 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 138 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Gungunia
Gungunia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhursiguda | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Rengalpali | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Bhejiguda | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Ranamal | North | 2.34 km |
| Umer | East | 2.40 km |
| Nuaguda | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Bandigaon | South | 3.18 km |
| Gatabandha | West | 3.19 km |
| Bhainri | East | 3.77 km |
| Sundrijor | South-East | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gungunia
Gungunia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Gungunia is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Gungunia is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gungunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gungunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gungunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gungunia 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gungunia
Where is Gungunia located?
Gungunia village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gungunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gungunia is Bandigaon.
What is the pincode of Gungunia?
The pincode of Gungunia is 766017.
What is the population of Gungunia?
Gungunia has a total population of 860, including 439 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Gungunia?
There are 204 households in Gungunia.
What is the literacy rate in Gungunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gungunia is 53.60%. Male literacy is 68.56% and female literacy is 38.00%.