Gudrighasi - Raikia, Kandhamal
Gudrighasi is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Manikeswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gudrighasi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gudrighasi is 417599. The village covers a total geographical area of 254 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Gudrighasi 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 Gudrighasi
As per Census 2011, Gudrighasi village has a total population of 205 people, consisting of 89 males and 116 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 1,303 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 152 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gudrighasi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 205 | 89 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 14 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 67 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 57 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 32 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Gudrighasi
Gudrighasi 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 Gudrighasi
Gudrighasi 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 5-10 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 G. Udayagiri to Gudrighasi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gudrighasi is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gudrighasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gudrighasi 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 Gudrighasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gudrighasi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gudrighasi
Where is Gudrighasi located?
Gudrighasi village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gudrighasi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gudrighasi is Manikeswar.
What is the pincode of Gudrighasi?
The pincode of Gudrighasi is 762101.
What is the population of Gudrighasi?
Gudrighasi has a total population of 205, including 89 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Gudrighasi?
There are 60 households in Gudrighasi.
What is the literacy rate in Gudrighasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gudrighasi is 50.24%. Male literacy is 64.04% and female literacy is 39.66%.