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
According to the 2011 Census, Gurupalada village had a total population of 37 people, including 12 males and 25 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 2,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.13%, with male literacy at 44.44% and female literacy at 4.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 37 | 12 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 37, including 12 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Gurupalada?
Gurupalada had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurupalada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurupalada was 16.13%. Male literacy was 44.44% and female literacy was 4.55%.