Ganjuguda - Raikia, Kandhamal
Ganjuguda is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Manikeswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganjuguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganjuguda is 417553. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Ganjuguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganjuguda
According to the 2011 Census, Ganjuguda village had a total population of 50 people, including 27 males and 23 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.15%, with male literacy at 36.36% and female literacy at 31.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 19 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Ganjuguda
Ganjuguda 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 Ganjuguda
Ganjuguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 G. Udayagiri to Ganjuguda is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Ganjuguda is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganjuguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganjuguda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ganjuguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganjuguda 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 Ganjuguda
Where is Ganjuguda located?
Ganjuguda village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganjuguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganjuguda is Manikeswar.
What is the pincode of Ganjuguda?
The pincode of Ganjuguda is 762101.
What is the population of Ganjuguda?
Ganjuguda had a total population of 50, including 27 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Ganjuguda?
Ganjuguda had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganjuguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganjuguda was 34.15%. Male literacy was 36.36% and female literacy was 31.58%.