Gunthabeda - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Gunthabeda is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalimela and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Manyamkunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gunthabeda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunthabeda is 431045. The village falls under the 764086 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gunthabeda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gunthabeda
According to the 2011 Census, Gunthabeda village had a total population of 161 people, including 75 males and 86 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,147 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 11.38%, with male literacy at 19.64% and female literacy at 4.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 161.
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 | 161 | 75 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 75 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 11 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 64 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Gunthabeda
Gunthabeda 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 Gunthabeda
Gunthabeda 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 >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 Balimela to Gunthabeda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Gunthabeda is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunthabeda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunthabeda 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 Gunthabeda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunthabeda 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 Gunthabeda
Where is Gunthabeda located?
Gunthabeda village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gunthabeda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunthabeda is Manyamkunda.
What is the pincode of Gunthabeda?
The pincode of Gunthabeda is 764086.
What is the population of Gunthabeda?
Gunthabeda had a total population of 161, including 75 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Gunthabeda?
Gunthabeda had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gunthabeda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunthabeda was 11.38%. Male literacy was 19.64% and female literacy was 4.48%.