Gundeli - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Gundeli is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Salaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gundeli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundeli is 416537. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 89 km away.
Gundeli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gundeli
According to the 2011 Census, Gundeli village had a total population of 42 people, including 17 males and 25 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,471 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.21%, with male literacy at 40.00% and female literacy at 5.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 42.
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 | 42 | 17 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 17 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 11 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Gundeli
Gundeli 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 Gundeli
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gundeli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Gundeli is about 89 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gundeli is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundeli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundeli 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 Gundeli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundeli 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 Gundeli
Where is Gundeli located?
Gundeli village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gundeli?
The Gram Panchayat of Gundeli is Salaguda.
What is the pincode of Gundeli?
The pincode of Gundeli is 762110.
What is the population of Gundeli?
Gundeli had a total population of 42, including 17 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Gundeli?
Gundeli had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gundeli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundeli was 21.21%. Male literacy was 40.00% and female literacy was 5.56%.