Guruga - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Guruga is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kasinipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guruga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guruga is 416302. The village covers a total geographical area of 208 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Guruga 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 Guruga
According to the 2011 Census, Guruga village had a total population of 171 people, including 79 males and 92 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,165 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.79%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 66.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 151.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Guruga
Guruga 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 Guruga
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Guruga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Phulabani to Guruga is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Guruga is about 32 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 Guruga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guruga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Guruga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guruga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Guruga
Where is Guruga located?
Guruga village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Guruga?
The Gram Panchayat of Guruga is Kasinipadar.
What is the pincode of Guruga?
The pincode of Guruga is 762011.
What is the population of Guruga?
Guruga had a total population of 171, including 79 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Guruga?
Guruga had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guruga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guruga was 72.79%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 66.27%.