Ganjuguda - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Ganjuguda is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 54 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 139 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Parigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganjuguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganjuguda is 417130. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Ganjuguda 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 Ganjuguda
As per Census 2011, Ganjuguda village has a total population of 318 people, consisting of 151 males and 167 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 1,105 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 138 literate and 180 illiterate residents. Additionally, 148 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganjuguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 318 | 151 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 32 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 148 | 70 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 88 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 63 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Ganjuguda
Ganjuguda 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 Ganjuguda
Public transport in the Ganjuguda 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 >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 Ganjuguda is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ganjuguda is about 139 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganjuguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganjuguda 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 Ganjuguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganjuguda 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 Ganjuguda
Where is Ganjuguda located?
Ganjuguda village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganjuguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganjuguda is Parigarh.
What is the pincode of Ganjuguda?
The pincode of Ganjuguda is 762103.
What is the population of Ganjuguda?
Ganjuguda has a total population of 318, including 151 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Ganjuguda?
There are 70 households in Ganjuguda.
What is the literacy rate in Ganjuguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganjuguda is 43.40%. Male literacy is 58.28% and female literacy is 29.94%.