Gullel - Similiguda, Koraput
Gullel is a village situated in the Similiguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Nandapur and around 40 km from Koraput. Subai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gullel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gullel is 429783. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Gullel 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 Gullel
According to the 2011 Census, Gullel village had a total population of 277 people, including 147 males and 130 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.15%, with male literacy at 61.42% and female literacy at 18.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 264.
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 | 277 | 147 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 264 | 139 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 78 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 69 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Gullel
Gullel is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gullel
Gullel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gullel is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Gullel is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gullel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gullel 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 Gullel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gullel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gullel
Where is Gullel located?
Gullel village is located in Similiguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gullel?
The Gram Panchayat of Gullel is Subai.
What is the pincode of Gullel?
The pincode of Gullel is 764037.
What is the population of Gullel?
Gullel had a total population of 277, including 147 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Gullel?
Gullel had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gullel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gullel was 41.15%. Male literacy was 61.42% and female literacy was 18.97%.