Guluda - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Guluda is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from Baliguda and around 14 km from Phulbani. Tillori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guluda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guluda is 416815. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 112 km away.
Guluda 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 Guluda
According to the 2011 Census, Guluda village had a total population of 342 people, including 167 males and 175 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.14%, with male literacy at 60.15% and female literacy at 29.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 336.
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 | 342 | 167 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 34 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 336 | 165 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 80 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 87 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Guluda
Guluda 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 Guluda
Guluda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Phulabani to Guluda is about 112 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Guluda is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guluda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guluda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Guluda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guluda 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 Guluda
Where is Guluda located?
Guluda village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Guluda?
The Gram Panchayat of Guluda is Tillori.
What is the pincode of Guluda?
The pincode of Guluda is 762103.
What is the population of Guluda?
Guluda had a total population of 342, including 167 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Guluda?
Guluda had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guluda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guluda was 45.14%. Male literacy was 60.15% and female literacy was 29.03%.