Gurupalada - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Gurupalada is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Samarbandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurupalada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurupalada is 416253. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Gurupalada 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 Gurupalada
As per Census 2011, Gurupalada village has a total population of 37 people, consisting of 12 males and 25 females. The village has 7 households and a sex ratio of 2,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5 literate and 32 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurupalada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 37 | 12 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 3 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 8 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Gurupalada
Gurupalada 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 Gurupalada
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gurupalada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Gurupalada is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gurupalada is about 73 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 Gurupalada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurupalada 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gurupalada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurupalada 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gurupalada
Where is Gurupalada located?
Gurupalada village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurupalada?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurupalada is Samarbandha.
What is the pincode of Gurupalada?
The pincode of Gurupalada is 762011.
What is the population of Gurupalada?
Gurupalada has a total population of 37, including 12 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Gurupalada?
There are 7 households in Gurupalada.
What is the literacy rate in Gurupalada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurupalada is 13.51%. Male literacy is 33.33% and female literacy is 4.00%.