Guruda - Barbil, Keonjhar
Guruda is a village situated in the Barbil tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Bamebari and around 45 km from Kendujhar. Balada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guruda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guruda is 385356. The village covers a total geographical area of 649 hectares and falls under the 758016 pincode. Joda is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Guruda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Champua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guruda
As per Census 2011, Guruda village has a total population of 2,051 people, consisting of 1,063 males and 988 females. The village has 496 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 320 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,115 literate and 936 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,033 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guruda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,051 | 1,063 | 988 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 160 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 115 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,033 | 521 | 512 |
| Literate Population | 1,115 | 710 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 936 | 353 | 583 |
Nearby Villages of Guruda
Guruda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Palasa(kha) | East | 1.77 km |
| Tadapani | South | 1.94 km |
| Khadabandha | North | 2.67 km |
| Jadibahal | East | 2.91 km |
| Ganua | West | 3.36 km |
| Palasa(ka) | East | 3.55 km |
| Patbeda | North-West | 3.68 km |
| Sreejoda | South | 3.69 km |
| Balada | South-East | 4.03 km |
| Kundaposi(kunaposi) | South-East | 4.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guruda
Public transport in the Guruda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jaroli, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joda to Guruda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Guruda is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guruda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guruda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Guruda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guruda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Guruda
Where is Guruda located?
Guruda village is located in Barbil Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guruda?
The Gram Panchayat of Guruda is Balada.
What is the pincode of Guruda?
The pincode of Guruda is 758016.
What is the population of Guruda?
Guruda has a total population of 2,051, including 1,063 males and 988 females.
How many households are there in Guruda?
There are 496 households in Guruda.
What is the literacy rate in Guruda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guruda is 54.36%. Male literacy is 66.79% and female literacy is 40.99%.