Giriligura - Nandapur, Koraput
Giriligura is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Khemunduguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Giriligura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Giriligura is 429904. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Giriligura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Giriligura
As per Census 2011, Giriligura village has a total population of 128 people, consisting of 60 males and 68 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 1,133 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 40 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Giriligura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 128 | 60 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 50 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 28 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 32 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Giriligura
Giriligura 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 Giriligura
Public transport in the Giriligura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Giriligura is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Giriligura 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 Giriligura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Giriligura 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 Giriligura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Giriligura 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 Giriligura
Where is Giriligura located?
Giriligura village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Giriligura?
The Gram Panchayat of Giriligura is Khemunduguda.
What is the pincode of Giriligura?
The pincode of Giriligura is 764037.
What is the population of Giriligura?
Giriligura has a total population of 128, including 60 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Giriligura?
There are 31 households in Giriligura.
What is the literacy rate in Giriligura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giriligura is 31.25%. Male literacy is 46.67% and female literacy is 17.65%.