Gudgudia - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Gudgudia is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 119 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Gudugudia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gudgudia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gudgudia is 388610. The village covers a total geographical area of 160 hectares and falls under the 757034 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Gudgudia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gudgudia
According to the 2011 Census, Gudgudia village had a total population of 701 people, including 338 males and 363 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.92%, with male literacy at 64.04% and female literacy at 44.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 565.
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 | 701 | 338 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 46 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 565 | 266 | 299 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 187 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 151 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Gudgudia
Gudgudia 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 Gudgudia
Public transport in the Gudgudia is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Karanjia to Gudgudia is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Gudgudia is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gudgudia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gudgudia 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 Gudgudia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gudgudia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gudgudia
Where is Gudgudia located?
Gudgudia village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gudgudia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gudgudia is Gudugudia.
What is the pincode of Gudgudia?
The pincode of Gudgudia is 757034.
What is the population of Gudgudia?
Gudgudia had a total population of 701, including 338 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Gudgudia?
Gudgudia had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gudgudia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gudgudia was 53.92%. Male literacy was 64.04% and female literacy was 44.69%.