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.
Guntha has its own place in the vibrant Koraput region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Guntha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Guntha village:
- The total population of Guntha village is around 692, including approximately 341 males and 351 females, with a sex ratio of 1029 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 126 children aged 0–6 years in Guntha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Guntha village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 468 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Guntha village is about 22.25%, with male literacy at 35.19% and female literacy at 9.69%.
- There are around 168 households in Guntha village.
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%.