Ghusuraguda - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Ghusuraguda is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kumbhariput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghusuraguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghusuraguda is 428737. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Ghusuraguda 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 Ghusuraguda
As per Census 2011, Ghusuraguda village has a total population of 166 people, consisting of 82 males and 84 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghusuraguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 166 | 82 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 75 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Ghusuraguda
Ghusuraguda 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 Ghusuraguda
Public transport in the Ghusuraguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Koraput to Ghusuraguda is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Ghusuraguda is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghusuraguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghusuraguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghusuraguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghusuraguda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ghusuraguda
Where is Ghusuraguda located?
Ghusuraguda village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghusuraguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghusuraguda is Kumbhariput.
What is the pincode of Ghusuraguda?
The pincode of Ghusuraguda is 764027.
What is the population of Ghusuraguda?
Ghusuraguda has a total population of 166, including 82 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Ghusuraguda?
There are 53 households in Ghusuraguda.
What is the literacy rate in Ghusuraguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghusuraguda is 6.02%. Male literacy is 8.54% and female literacy is 3.57%.