Guntha
Guntha is a village located in Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Pottangi (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Pukali is the gram panchayat of Guntha village.
Here you can discover what makes Guntha unique in its vibrant Pottangi-Koraput region. You’ll see Guntha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Guntha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Guntha is 430043. The village spans a total geographical area of 280 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764039. Jeypur is nearest town to Guntha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Guntha
Population of Guntha
According to the 2011 Census, Guntha has a total population of about 692, with approximately 341 males and 351 females. The sex ratio is around 1029 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 126 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 468. The overall literacy rate is approximately 22.25%, with male literacy at about 35.19% and female literacy near 9.69%. There are around 168 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Guntha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 692 | 341 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 58 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 468 | 236 | 232 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 120 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 538 | 221 | 317 |
Connectivity of Guntha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Guntha. As per the 2011 stats, Guntha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Guntha
Knowing the nearby villages of Guntha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Guntha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Guntha
- Where is Guntha located?
- Guntha village is situated in Pottangi Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Guntha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Guntha is Pukali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Guntha?
- The pincode of Guntha is 764039, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Guntha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Guntha is 692, with 341 males and 351 females.
- How many households are there in Guntha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Guntha village has a total of 168 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Guntha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Guntha is 22.25%. The male literacy rate is 35.19%, while the female literacy rate is 9.69%.