Gourigan - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Gourigan is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 176 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Srirampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gourigan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gourigan is 417255. The village covers a total geographical area of 273 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 146 km away.
Gourigan 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 Gourigan
According to the 2011 Census, Gourigan village had a total population of 172 people, including 75 males and 97 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,293 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.39%, with male literacy at 54.24% and female literacy at 27.40%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 172.
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 | 172 | 75 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 16 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 75 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 32 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 43 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Gourigan
Gourigan 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 Gourigan
Public transport in the Gourigan 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Gourigan is about 146 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gourigan is about 176 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gourigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gourigan 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 Gourigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gourigan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gourigan
Where is Gourigan located?
Gourigan village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gourigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gourigan is Srirampur.
What is the pincode of Gourigan?
The pincode of Gourigan is 762105.
What is the population of Gourigan?
Gourigan had a total population of 172, including 75 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Gourigan?
Gourigan had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gourigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gourigan was 39.39%. Male literacy was 54.24% and female literacy was 27.40%.