Gudri - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Gudri is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 174 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Marlanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gudri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gudri is 417172. The village covers a total geographical area of 680 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 145 km away.
Gudri 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 Gudri
As per Census 2011, Gudri village has a total population of 958 people, consisting of 473 males and 485 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 374 literate and 584 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 747 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gudri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 958 | 473 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 102 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 747 | 370 | 377 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 219 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 584 | 254 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Gudri
Gudri 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 Gudri
Public transport in the Gudri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gudri is about 145 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gudri is about 174 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 Gudri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gudri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gudri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gudri 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 Gudri
Where is Gudri located?
Gudri village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gudri?
The Gram Panchayat of Gudri is Marlanga.
What is the pincode of Gudri?
The pincode of Gudri is 762105.
What is the population of Gudri?
Gudri has a total population of 958, including 473 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Gudri?
There are 198 households in Gudri.
What is the literacy rate in Gudri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gudri is 39.04%. Male literacy is 46.30% and female literacy is 31.96%.