Gondhiguda - Machh Kund, Koraput
Gondhiguda is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 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 Gondhiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gondhiguda is 429521. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 764040 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Gondhiguda 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 Gondhiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Gondhiguda village had a total population of 66 people, including 26 males and 40 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,538 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.92%, with male literacy at 39.13% and female literacy at 8.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 42.
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 | 66 | 26 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 3 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 17 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 9 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 17 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Gondhiguda
Gondhiguda 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 Gondhiguda
Public transport in the Gondhiguda 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 Koraput to Gondhiguda is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Gondhiguda 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 Gondhiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gondhiguda 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 Gondhiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gondhiguda 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 Gondhiguda
Where is Gondhiguda located?
Gondhiguda village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gondhiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gondhiguda is Jalahanjar.
What is the pincode of Gondhiguda?
The pincode of Gondhiguda is 764040.
What is the population of Gondhiguda?
Gondhiguda had a total population of 66, including 26 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Gondhiguda?
Gondhiguda had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gondhiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gondhiguda was 22.92%. Male literacy was 39.13% and female literacy was 8.00%.