Gunaeju - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Gunaeju is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pabingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gunaeju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunaeju is 416364. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Gunaeju 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 Gunaeju
As per Census 2011, Gunaeju village has a total population of 97 people, consisting of 46 males and 51 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 1,108 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 49 literate and 48 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gunaeju are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 97 | 46 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 32 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 14 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Gunaeju
Gunaeju 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 Gunaeju
Public transport in the Gunaeju is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gunaeju is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gunaeju is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunaeju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunaeju 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 Gunaeju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunaeju 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 Gunaeju
Where is Gunaeju located?
Gunaeju village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunaeju?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunaeju is Pabingia.
What is the pincode of Gunaeju?
The pincode of Gunaeju is 762011.
What is the population of Gunaeju?
Gunaeju has a total population of 97, including 46 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Gunaeju?
There are 20 households in Gunaeju.
What is the literacy rate in Gunaeju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunaeju is 50.52%. Male literacy is 69.57% and female literacy is 33.33%.