Guliguda - Kundura, Koraput
Guliguda 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. Kerimiti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guliguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guliguda is 429130. The village covers a total geographical area of 467 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Guliguda 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 Guliguda
According to the 2011 Census, Guliguda village had a total population of 233 people, including 124 males and 109 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 12.00%, with male literacy at 19.57% and female literacy at 3.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 229.
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 | 233 | 124 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 123 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 18 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 106 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Guliguda
Guliguda 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 Guliguda
Public transport in the Guliguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Guliguda is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Guliguda 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 Guliguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guliguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Guliguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guliguda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Guliguda
Where is Guliguda located?
Guliguda village is located in Kundura Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Guliguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Guliguda is Kerimiti.
What is the pincode of Guliguda?
The pincode of Guliguda is 764002.
What is the population of Guliguda?
Guliguda had a total population of 233, including 124 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Guliguda?
Guliguda had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guliguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guliguda was 12.00%. Male literacy was 19.57% and female literacy was 3.61%.