Gurupada - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Gurupada is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kelapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurupada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurupada is 416406. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Gurupada 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 Gurupada
As per Census 2011, Gurupada village has a total population of 354 people, consisting of 165 males and 189 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 1,145 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 207 literate and 147 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurupada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 354 | 165 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 34 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 118 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 47 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Gurupada
Gurupada 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 Gurupada
Public transport in the Gurupada is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gurupada is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gurupada is about 34 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 Gurupada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurupada 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gurupada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurupada 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 Gurupada
Where is Gurupada located?
Gurupada village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurupada?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurupada is Kelapada.
What is the pincode of Gurupada?
The pincode of Gurupada is 762011.
What is the population of Gurupada?
Gurupada has a total population of 354, including 165 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Gurupada?
There are 90 households in Gurupada.
What is the literacy rate in Gurupada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurupada is 58.47%. Male literacy is 71.52% and female literacy is 47.09%.