Gudrigan - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Gudrigan is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kainjhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gudrigan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gudrigan is 415879. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 762010 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Gudrigan 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 Gudrigan
According to the 2011 Census, Gudrigan village had a total population of 119 people, including 64 males and 55 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.24%, with male literacy at 55.56% and female literacy at 18.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 99.
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 | 119 | 64 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 53 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 30 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 34 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Gudrigan
Gudrigan 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 Gudrigan
Public transport in the Gudrigan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Gudrigan is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gudrigan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gudrigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gudrigan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gudrigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gudrigan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gudrigan
Where is Gudrigan located?
Gudrigan village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gudrigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gudrigan is Kainjhar.
What is the pincode of Gudrigan?
The pincode of Gudrigan is 762010.
What is the population of Gudrigan?
Gudrigan had a total population of 119, including 64 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Gudrigan?
Gudrigan had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gudrigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gudrigan was 38.24%. Male literacy was 55.56% and female literacy was 18.75%.