Ghiuriaguda - Kundura, Koraput
Ghiuriaguda is a village situated in the Kundura tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundura and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Asana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghiuriaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghiuriaguda is 429166. The village covers a total geographical area of 204 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Ghiuriaguda 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 Ghiuriaguda
As per Census 2011, Ghiuriaguda village has a total population of 361 people, consisting of 172 males and 189 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 1,098 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 122 literate and 239 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 119 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghiuriaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 361 | 172 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 42 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 53 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 73 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 99 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Ghiuriaguda
Ghiuriaguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Limma | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Asana | North-West | 3.61 km |
| Phukiaguda | East | 3.67 km |
| Cherka | South-West | 3.78 km |
| Jhiligan | North-East | 3.84 km |
| Gundala | South-East | 4.25 km |
| Heruguda | North-East | 4.67 km |
| Kadalimunda | North | 4.98 km |
| Majhiguda | East | 5.05 km |
| Dhuruguda | North | 5.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghiuriaguda
Ghiuriaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Charamula Kusum, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Ghiuriaguda is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Ghiuriaguda is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghiuriaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghiuriaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghiuriaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghiuriaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghiuriaguda
Where is Ghiuriaguda located?
Ghiuriaguda village is located in Kundura Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghiuriaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghiuriaguda is Asana.
What is the pincode of Ghiuriaguda?
The pincode of Ghiuriaguda is 764002.
What is the population of Ghiuriaguda?
Ghiuriaguda has a total population of 361, including 172 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Ghiuriaguda?
There are 75 households in Ghiuriaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Ghiuriaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghiuriaguda is 33.80%. Male literacy is 42.44% and female literacy is 25.93%.