Gunpur - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Gunpur is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Gunpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunpur is 424292. The village covers a total geographical area of 210 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Gunpur 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 Gunpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gunpur village had a total population of 750 people, including 366 males and 384 females, living in 187 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.39%, with male literacy at 94.81% and female literacy at 70.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 154, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 109.
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 | 750 | 366 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 77 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 47 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 524 | 292 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 74 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Gunpur
Gunpur 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 Gunpur
Gunpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Gunpur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gunpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gunpur
Where is Gunpur located?
Gunpur village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunpur?
Gunpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gunpur?
The pincode of Gunpur is 766037.
What is the population of Gunpur?
Gunpur had a total population of 750, including 366 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Gunpur?
Gunpur had 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunpur was 82.39%. Male literacy was 94.81% and female literacy was 70.73%.