Gameriguda - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Gameriguda is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Phringia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gameriguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gameriguda is 416319. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Gameriguda 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 Gameriguda
According to the 2011 Census, Gameriguda village had a total population of 137 people, including 67 males and 70 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.74%, with male literacy at 96.83% and female literacy at 60.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.
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 | 137 | 67 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 61 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 6 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Gameriguda
Gameriguda 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 Gameriguda
Gameriguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Gameriguda is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gameriguda is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gameriguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gameriguda 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 Gameriguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gameriguda 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 Gameriguda
Where is Gameriguda located?
Gameriguda village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gameriguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gameriguda is Phringia.
What is the pincode of Gameriguda?
The pincode of Gameriguda is 762011.
What is the population of Gameriguda?
Gameriguda had a total population of 137, including 67 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Gameriguda?
Gameriguda had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gameriguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gameriguda was 78.74%. Male literacy was 96.83% and female literacy was 60.94%.