Ghurusi - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Ghurusi is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Garidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghurusi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghurusi is 428696. The village covers a total geographical area of 223 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Ghurusi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghurusi
According to the 2011 Census, Ghurusi village had a total population of 370 people, including 183 males and 187 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.21%, with male literacy at 50.33% and female literacy at 18.30%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 352.
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 | 370 | 183 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 352 | 172 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 76 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 107 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Ghurusi
Ghurusi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rutupai | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Dumadangar | South | 1.91 km |
| Sorabadi | North | 1.95 km |
| Lundurukona | East | 2.02 km |
| Durungiloraguda | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Dimbaguda | South | 3.26 km |
| Mandangitirugudi | North | 3.60 km |
| Gajabari | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Garidi | South | 3.84 km |
| Belaput | South-East | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghurusi
Ghurusi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ladda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Ghurusi is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Ghurusi is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghurusi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghurusi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ghurusi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghurusi 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 Ghurusi
Where is Ghurusi located?
Ghurusi village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghurusi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghurusi is Garidi.
What is the pincode of Ghurusi?
The pincode of Ghurusi is 764027.
What is the population of Ghurusi?
Ghurusi had a total population of 370, including 183 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Ghurusi?
Ghurusi had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghurusi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghurusi was 34.21%. Male literacy was 50.33% and female literacy was 18.30%.