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
As per Census 2011, Guitana village has a total population of 106 people, consisting of 52 males and 54 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 39 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guitana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 106 | 52 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| 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 has a total population of 106, including 52 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Guitana?
There are 30 households in Guitana.
What is the literacy rate in Guitana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guitana is 36.79%. Male literacy is 51.92% and female literacy is 22.22%.