Gurupada - Banapur, Khordha
Gurupada is a village situated in the Banapur tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banapur and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Damiabarabara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurupada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurupada is 408406. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 752031 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Gurupada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chilika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurupada
According to the 2011 Census, Gurupada village had a total population of 556 people, including 255 males and 301 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 1,180 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.92%, with male literacy at 89.10% and female literacy at 45.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 552.
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 | 556 | 255 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 44 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 552 | 253 | 299 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 188 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 67 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Gurupada
Gurupada 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 Gurupada
Public transport in the Gurupada is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gurupada.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banapur to Gurupada is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Gurupada is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurupada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurupada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gurupada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurupada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gurupada
Where is Gurupada located?
Gurupada village is located in Banapur Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurupada?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurupada is Damiabarabara.
What is the pincode of Gurupada?
The pincode of Gurupada is 752031.
What is the population of Gurupada?
Gurupada had a total population of 556, including 255 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Gurupada?
Gurupada had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurupada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurupada was 64.92%. Male literacy was 89.10% and female literacy was 45.66%.