Guneipoda - Machh Kund, Koraput
Guneipoda is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Guneipada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guneipoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guneipoda is 429574. The village covers a total geographical area of 1117 hectares and falls under the 764040 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Guneipoda 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 Guneipoda
As per Census 2011, Guneipoda village has a total population of 1,875 people, consisting of 850 males and 1,025 females. The village has 478 households and a sex ratio of 1,205 females per 1,000 males. There are 309 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 827 literate and 1,048 illiterate residents. Additionally, 554 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 833 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guneipoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,875 | 850 | 1,025 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 147 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 554 | 275 | 279 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 833 | 345 | 488 |
| Literate Population | 827 | 438 | 389 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,048 | 412 | 636 |
Nearby Villages of Guneipoda
Guneipoda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Boiragiput | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Uppapoda | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Kalapada | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Bentalbiri | West | 2.44 km |
| Barlipada | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Poibeda | East | 2.71 km |
| Alangapada | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Ambapada | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Sailpoda | East | 3.21 km |
| Paladaput | North | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guneipoda
Public transport in the Guneipoda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Machhakunda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Guneipoda is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Guneipoda is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guneipoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guneipoda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Guneipoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guneipoda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Guneipoda
Where is Guneipoda located?
Guneipoda village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guneipoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Guneipoda is Guneipada.
What is the pincode of Guneipoda?
The pincode of Guneipoda is 764040.
What is the population of Guneipoda?
Guneipoda has a total population of 1,875, including 850 males and 1,025 females.
How many households are there in Guneipoda?
There are 478 households in Guneipoda.
What is the literacy rate in Guneipoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guneipoda is 44.11%. Male literacy is 51.53% and female literacy is 37.95%.