Gayalakunda - Boipariguda, Koraput
Gayalakunda is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Ramagiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gayalakunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gayalakunda is 429178. The village covers a total geographical area of 457 hectares and falls under the 764043 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Gayalakunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gayalakunda
According to the 2011 Census, Gayalakunda village had a total population of 515 people, including 252 males and 263 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 1,044 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.04%, with male literacy at 24.10% and female literacy at 18.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 514.
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 | 515 | 252 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 57 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 514 | 251 | 263 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 47 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 430 | 205 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Gayalakunda
Gayalakunda 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 Gayalakunda
Gayalakunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Gayalakunda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Gayalakunda is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Gayalakunda is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gayalakunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gayalakunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gayalakunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gayalakunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gayalakunda
Where is Gayalakunda located?
Gayalakunda village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gayalakunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gayalakunda is Ramagiri.
What is the pincode of Gayalakunda?
The pincode of Gayalakunda is 764043.
What is the population of Gayalakunda?
Gayalakunda had a total population of 515, including 252 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Gayalakunda?
Gayalakunda had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gayalakunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gayalakunda was 21.04%. Male literacy was 24.10% and female literacy was 18.18%.