Gurujiguda - Pottangi, Koraput
Gurujiguda is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pottangi and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Sunki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurujiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurujiguda is 430068. The village covers a total geographical area of 238 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Gurujiguda 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 Gurujiguda
As per Census 2011, Gurujiguda village has a total population of 418 people, consisting of 209 males and 209 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 91 literate and 327 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 345 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurujiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 418 | 209 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 345 | 173 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 55 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 154 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Gurujiguda
Gurujiguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patalaudi | East | 1.50 km |
| Pangiguda | West | 1.95 km |
| Tangini | North | 2.08 km |
| Laudi | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Yeguvalsa | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Markar | South | 2.74 km |
| Mariguda | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Kodovalsa | West | 3.04 km |
| Alasi | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Tedda | South | 3.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gurujiguda
Gurujiguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Shimiliaguda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.4 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Gurujiguda is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Gurujiguda is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurujiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurujiguda 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 Gurujiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurujiguda 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 Gurujiguda
Where is Gurujiguda located?
Gurujiguda village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurujiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurujiguda is Sunki.
What is the pincode of Gurujiguda?
The pincode of Gurujiguda is 764039.
What is the population of Gurujiguda?
Gurujiguda has a total population of 418, including 209 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Gurujiguda?
There are 106 households in Gurujiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Gurujiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurujiguda is 21.77%. Male literacy is 26.32% and female literacy is 17.22%.