Gurupang - Kalahandi
Gurupang is a village situated in the Kalahandi tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Sadar and around 68 km from Bhawanipatna. Chancher serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurupang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurupang is 423555. The village falls under the 766002 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gurupang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurupang
According to the 2011 Census, Gurupang village had a total population of 72 people, including 35 males and 37 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 14.81%, with male literacy at 18.52% and female literacy at 11.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 71.
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 | 72 | 35 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 30 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Gurupang
Gurupang 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 Gurupang
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gurupang.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Gurupang is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Gurupang is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurupang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurupang 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 Gurupang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurupang 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 Gurupang
Where is Gurupang located?
Gurupang village is located in Kalahandi Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurupang?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurupang is Chancher.
What is the pincode of Gurupang?
The pincode of Gurupang is 766002.
What is the population of Gurupang?
Gurupang had a total population of 72, including 35 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Gurupang?
Gurupang had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurupang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurupang was 14.81%. Male literacy was 18.52% and female literacy was 11.11%.