Guitana - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Guitana 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 42 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kainjhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guitana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guitana is 415885. The village covers a total geographical area of 256 hectares and falls under the 762019 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Guitana 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 Guitana
According to the 2011 Census, Guitana village had a total population of 106 people, including 52 males and 54 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.82%, with male literacy at 60.00% and female literacy at 27.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 104.
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 | 106 | 52 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 50 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 27 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 25 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Guitana
Guitana 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 Guitana
Public transport in the Guitana is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Guitana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Guitana is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Guitana is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guitana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guitana 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Guitana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guitana 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 Guitana
Where is Guitana located?
Guitana village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guitana?
The Gram Panchayat of Guitana is Kainjhar.
What is the pincode of Guitana?
The pincode of Guitana is 762019.
What is the population of Guitana?
Guitana had a total population of 106, including 52 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Guitana?
Guitana had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guitana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guitana was 43.82%. Male literacy was 60.00% and female literacy was 27.27%.