Guralur - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Guralur is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 120 km from Kalimela and around 101 km from Malkangiri . Kurumanuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guralur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guralur is 431053. The village covers a total geographical area of 11 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Guralur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guralur
According to the 2011 Census, Guralur village had a total population of 281 people, including 133 males and 148 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,113 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 20.85%, with male literacy at 24.30% and female literacy at 17.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 281 | 133 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 107 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Guralur
Guralur 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 Guralur
Guralur 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Guralur is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Guralur is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guralur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guralur 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 Guralur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guralur 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 Guralur
Where is Guralur located?
Guralur village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Guralur?
The Gram Panchayat of Guralur is Kurumanuru.
What is the pincode of Guralur?
The pincode of Guralur is 764086.
What is the population of Guralur?
Guralur had a total population of 281, including 133 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Guralur?
Guralur had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guralur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guralur was 20.85%. Male literacy was 24.30% and female literacy was 17.97%.