Gelaguda
Gelaguda is a village located in Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Machh Kund (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Jalahanjar is the gram panchayat of Gelaguda village.
Gelaguda has its own place in the vibrant Koraput region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gelaguda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gelaguda is 429515. The village spans a total geographical area of 71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764081. Sunabeda is nearest town to Gelaguda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
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Population of Gelaguda
Below is a concise population overview of Gelaguda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 168 | 78 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 74 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 13 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 65 | 85 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gelaguda village:
- The total population of Gelaguda village is around 168, including approximately 78 males and 90 females, with a sex ratio of 1153 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 40 children aged 0–6 years in Gelaguda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gelaguda village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 156 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gelaguda village is about 10.71%, with male literacy at 16.67% and female literacy at 5.56%.
- There are around 49 households in Gelaguda village.
Connectivity of Gelaguda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gelaguda. As per the 2011 stats, Gelaguda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gelaguda
Knowing the nearby villages of Gelaguda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gelaguda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gelaguda
- Where is Gelaguda located?
- Gelaguda village is situated in Machh Kund Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gelaguda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gelaguda is Jalahanjar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gelaguda?
- The pincode of Gelaguda is 764081, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gelaguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gelaguda is 168, with 78 males and 90 females.
- How many households are there in Gelaguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gelaguda village has a total of 49 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gelaguda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gelaguda is 10.71%. The male literacy rate is 16.67%, while the female literacy rate is 5.56%.