Gundenguda - Mathili, Malkangiri
Gundenguda is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Pangam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gundenguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundenguda is 430465. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Gundenguda 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 Gundenguda
According to the 2011 Census, Gundenguda village had a total population of 122 people, including 63 males and 59 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.98%, with male literacy at 42.00% and female literacy at 22.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 117.
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 | 122 | 63 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 21 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 42 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Gundenguda
Gundenguda 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 Gundenguda
Gundenguda 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 Malkangiri to Gundenguda is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Gundenguda is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundenguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundenguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gundenguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundenguda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gundenguda
Where is Gundenguda located?
Gundenguda village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gundenguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gundenguda is Pangam.
What is the pincode of Gundenguda?
The pincode of Gundenguda is 764044.
What is the population of Gundenguda?
Gundenguda had a total population of 122, including 63 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Gundenguda?
Gundenguda had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gundenguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundenguda was 32.98%. Male literacy was 42.00% and female literacy was 22.73%.