Gelaguda - Machh Kund, Koraput
Gelaguda is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Jalahanjar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gelaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gelaguda is 429515. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 764040 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Gelaguda 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 Gelaguda
As per Census 2011, Gelaguda village has a total population of 168 people, consisting of 78 males and 90 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,153 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 18 literate and 150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 156 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gelaguda are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gelaguda
Gelaguda 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 Gelaguda
Public transport in the Gelaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Gelaguda is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Gelaguda is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gelaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gelaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gelaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gelaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gelaguda
Where is Gelaguda located?
Gelaguda village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gelaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gelaguda is Jalahanjar.
What is the pincode of Gelaguda?
The pincode of Gelaguda is 764040.
What is the population of Gelaguda?
Gelaguda has a total population of 168, including 78 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Gelaguda?
There are 49 households in Gelaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Gelaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gelaguda is 10.71%. Male literacy is 16.67% and female literacy is 5.56%.