Gurjimunda
Gurjimunda is a village located in Kesinga tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Kesinga (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Kundabandh is the gram panchayat of Gurjimunda village.
Gurjimunda has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gurjimunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurjimunda is 422375. The village spans a total geographical area of 330 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766011. Kesinga is nearest town to Gurjimunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gurjimunda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhawanipatna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Gurjimunda
Below is a concise population overview of Gurjimunda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,246 | 609 | 637 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 83 | 86 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 102 | 96 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 29 | 33 |
Literate Population | 423 | 293 | 130 |
Illiterate Population | 823 | 316 | 507 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gurjimunda village:
- The total population of Gurjimunda village is around 1,246, including approximately 609 males and 637 females, with a sex ratio of 1045 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 169 children aged 0–6 years in Gurjimunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gurjimunda village has 198 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 62 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gurjimunda village is about 33.95%, with male literacy at 48.11% and female literacy at 20.41%.
- There are around 348 households in Gurjimunda village.
Connectivity of Gurjimunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurjimunda. As per the 2011 stats, Gurjimunda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gurjimunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurjimunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurjimunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurjimunda
- Where is Gurjimunda located?
- Gurjimunda village is situated in Kesinga Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurjimunda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gurjimunda is Kundabandh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gurjimunda?
- The pincode of Gurjimunda is 766011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gurjimunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurjimunda is 1,246, with 609 males and 637 females.
- How many households are there in Gurjimunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurjimunda village has a total of 348 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurjimunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurjimunda is 33.95%. The male literacy rate is 48.11%, while the female literacy rate is 20.41%.