Gundala Village - Kundura, Koraput
Gundala is a village situated in the Kundura tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundura and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. G Undala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gundala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundala is 429167. The village covers a total geographical area of 2003 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Gundala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Gundala
As per Census 2011, Gundala village has a total population of 3,211 people, consisting of 1,575 males and 1,636 females. The village has 755 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 556 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 969 literate and 2,242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 388 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,993 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gundala are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,211 | 1,575 | 1,636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 556 | 297 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 388 | 193 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,993 | 974 | 1,019 |
| Literate Population | 969 | 588 | 381 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,242 | 987 | 1,255 |
Nearby Villages of Gundala
Gundala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Disariguda | South | 2.71 km |
| Kenduguda | South-West | 2.85 km |
| Cherkiaguda | South | 2.86 km |
| Bongaliguda | South | 3.42 km |
| Phukiaguda | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Harinaikguda | South | 3.88 km |
| Majhiguda | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Kandulguda | South-West | 4.05 km |
| Bodpadarguda | South | 4.05 km |
| Kumarguda | South-East | 4.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gundala
Gundala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhanapur Orissa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.4 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 Gundala is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Gundala is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gundala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gundala
Where is Gundala located?
Gundala village is located in Kundura Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gundala?
The Gram Panchayat of Gundala is G Undala.
What is the pincode of Gundala?
The pincode of Gundala is 764002.
What is the population of Gundala?
Gundala has a total population of 3,211, including 1,575 males and 1,636 females.
How many households are there in Gundala?
There are 755 households in Gundala.
What is the literacy rate in Gundala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundala is 30.18%. Male literacy is 37.33% and female literacy is 23.29%.