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
According to the 2011 Census, Ganjuguda village had a total population of 318 people, including 151 males and 167 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,106 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.79%, with male literacy at 73.95% and female literacy at 40.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 148.
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 | 318 | 151 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 32 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 318, including 151 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Ganjuguda?
Ganjuguda had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganjuguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganjuguda was 56.79%. Male literacy was 73.95% and female literacy was 40.32%.