Gurandi - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Gurandi is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dalapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurandi is 415739. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Gurandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurandi
According to the 2011 Census, Gurandi village had a total population of 70 people, including 33 males and 37 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,121 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.06%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 28.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
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 | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 19 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 27 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 6 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Gurandi
Gurandi 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 Gurandi
Public transport in the Gurandi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Phulabani to Gurandi is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gurandi is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurandi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gurandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurandi 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 Gurandi
Where is Gurandi located?
Gurandi village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gurandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurandi is Dalapada.
What is the pincode of Gurandi?
The pincode of Gurandi is 762012.
What is the population of Gurandi?
Gurandi had a total population of 70, including 33 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Gurandi?
Gurandi had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurandi was 58.06%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 28.13%.