Guruga
Guruga is a village located in Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Phiringia (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Kasinipadar is the gram panchayat of Guruga village.
Here you can discover what makes Guruga unique in its vibrant Phiringia-Kandhamal region. You’ll see Guruga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Guruga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Guruga is 416302. The village spans a total geographical area of 208 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762011. Phulabani is nearest town to Guruga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Guruga
Population of Guruga
According to the 2011 Census, Guruga has a total population of about 171, with approximately 79 males and 92 females. The sex ratio is around 1164 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 24 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 9 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 151. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.57%, with male literacy at about 65.82% and female literacy near 59.78%. There are around 29 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Guruga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 171 | 79 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 151 | 66 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 52 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 27 | 37 |
Connectivity of Guruga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Guruga. As per the 2011 stats, Guruga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Guruga
Knowing the nearby villages of Guruga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Guruga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Guruga
- Where is Guruga located?
- Guruga village is situated in Phiringia Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Guruga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Guruga is Kasinipadar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Guruga?
- The pincode of Guruga is 762011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Guruga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Guruga is 171, with 79 males and 92 females.
- How many households are there in Guruga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Guruga village has a total of 29 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Guruga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Guruga is 62.57%. The male literacy rate is 65.82%, while the female literacy rate is 59.78%.