Gundurupi - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Gundurupi is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Dudkaranja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gundurupi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundurupi is 422691. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 766100 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Gundurupi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gundurupi
According to the 2011 Census, Gundurupi village had a total population of 128 people, including 65 males and 63 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.00%, with male literacy at 74.07% and female literacy at 52.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 121.
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 | 128 | 65 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 64 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 40 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 25 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Gundurupi
Gundurupi 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 Gundurupi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gundurupi. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gundurupi.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kesinga to Gundurupi is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Gundurupi is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundurupi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundurupi 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 Gundurupi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundurupi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gundurupi
Where is Gundurupi located?
Gundurupi village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gundurupi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gundurupi is Dudkaranja.
What is the pincode of Gundurupi?
The pincode of Gundurupi is 766100.
What is the population of Gundurupi?
Gundurupi had a total population of 128, including 65 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Gundurupi?
Gundurupi had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gundurupi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundurupi was 64.00%. Male literacy was 74.07% and female literacy was 52.17%.