Gulpandi - Nandapur, Koraput
Gulpandi is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Malibelgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gulpandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulpandi is 429876. The village covers a total geographical area of 278 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Gulpandi 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 Gulpandi
According to the 2011 Census, Gulpandi village had a total population of 565 people, including 285 males and 280 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.24%, with male literacy at 75.98% and female literacy at 22.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89.
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 | 565 | 285 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 56 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 174 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 111 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Gulpandi
Gulpandi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khatagauraput | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Kukudaput | South | 1.25 km |
| Sisaput | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Ghagadapandi | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Saunipujariput | North | 2.25 km |
| Patrapandi | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Niladoraput | East | 2.82 km |
| P.khilaput | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Jantaput | West | 3.13 km |
| Mohipalput | West | 3.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gulpandi
Public transport in the Gulpandi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Machhakunda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.7 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Gulpandi is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Gulpandi is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gulpandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulpandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gulpandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gulpandi 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 Gulpandi
Where is Gulpandi located?
Gulpandi village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gulpandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gulpandi is Malibelgaon.
What is the pincode of Gulpandi?
The pincode of Gulpandi is 764037.
What is the population of Gulpandi?
Gulpandi had a total population of 565, including 285 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Gulpandi?
Gulpandi had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gulpandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulpandi was 49.24%. Male literacy was 75.98% and female literacy was 22.61%.