Guntaput - Nandapur, Koraput
Guntaput is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Padua and around 80 km from Koraput. Panthulung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guntaput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guntaput is 429727. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 764041 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Guntaput 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 Guntaput
As per Census 2011, Guntaput village has a total population of 96 people, consisting of 43 males and 53 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,232 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 38 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guntaput are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 96 | 43 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 25 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 18 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Guntaput
Guntaput 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hataguda | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Pamolput | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Kathua | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Mariput | West | 2.91 km |
| Tankel | South | 3.52 km |
| Enuguguda | North | 3.74 km |
| Sobhaput | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Lampi | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Gondhisikariput | North | 4.09 km |
| Damanga | North-East | 4.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guntaput
Public transport in the Guntaput is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Padua, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Guntaput is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Guntaput is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guntaput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guntaput 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 Guntaput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guntaput 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 Guntaput
Where is Guntaput located?
Guntaput village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guntaput?
The Gram Panchayat of Guntaput is Panthulung.
What is the pincode of Guntaput?
The pincode of Guntaput is 764041.
What is the population of Guntaput?
Guntaput has a total population of 96, including 43 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Guntaput?
There are 25 households in Guntaput.
What is the literacy rate in Guntaput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guntaput is 39.58%. Male literacy is 58.14% and female literacy is 24.53%.