Guhalkani - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Guhalkani is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Kurunti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guhalkani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guhalkani is 395959. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 754225 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Guhalkani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guhalkani
According to the 2011 Census, Guhalkani village had a total population of 431 people, including 223 males and 208 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.82%, with male literacy at 92.00% and female literacy at 83.33%.
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 | 431 | 223 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 184 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 39 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Guhalkani
Guhalkani 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 Guhalkani
Guhalkani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Pattamundai to Guhalkani is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Guhalkani 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 Guhalkani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guhalkani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Guhalkani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guhalkani 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Guhalkani
Where is Guhalkani located?
Guhalkani village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Guhalkani?
The Gram Panchayat of Guhalkani is Kurunti.
What is the pincode of Guhalkani?
The pincode of Guhalkani is 754225.
What is the population of Guhalkani?
Guhalkani had a total population of 431, including 223 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Guhalkani?
Guhalkani had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guhalkani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guhalkani was 87.82%. Male literacy was 92.00% and female literacy was 83.33%.