Guhuri - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Guhuri is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Samarbandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guhuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guhuri is 416257. The village covers a total geographical area of 180 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Guhuri 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 Guhuri
As per Census 2011, Guhuri village has a total population of 19 people, consisting of 14 males and 5 females. The village has 5 households and a sex ratio of 357 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8 literate and 11 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guhuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19 | 14 | 5 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 4 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 14 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 8 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Guhuri
Guhuri 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 Guhuri
Public transport in the Guhuri 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Guhuri is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Guhuri is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guhuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guhuri 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 Guhuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guhuri 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 Guhuri
Where is Guhuri located?
Guhuri village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guhuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Guhuri is Samarbandha.
What is the pincode of Guhuri?
The pincode of Guhuri is 762011.
What is the population of Guhuri?
Guhuri has a total population of 19, including 14 males and 5 females.
How many households are there in Guhuri?
There are 5 households in Guhuri.
What is the literacy rate in Guhuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guhuri is 42.11%. Male literacy is 42.86% and female literacy is 40.00%.