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
As per Census 2011, Gundenguda village has a total population of 122 people, consisting of 63 males and 59 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 31 literate and 91 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 117 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gundenguda are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 122, including 63 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Gundenguda?
There are 32 households in Gundenguda.
What is the literacy rate in Gundenguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundenguda is 25.41%. Male literacy is 33.33% and female literacy is 16.95%.