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
According to the 2011 Census, Gudrighasi village had a total population of 205 people, including 89 males and 116 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,303 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.59%, with male literacy at 76.00% and female literacy at 48.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 152.
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 | 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 had a total population of 205, including 89 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Gudrighasi?
Gudrighasi had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gudrighasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gudrighasi was 60.59%. Male literacy was 76.00% and female literacy was 48.42%.