Guhaldiha - Suliapada, Mayurbhanj
Guhaldiha is a village situated in the Suliapada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Suliapada and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Ufalgadia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guhaldiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guhaldiha is 389855. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 757022 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Guhaldiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guhaldiha
According to the 2011 Census, Guhaldiha village had a total population of 765 people, including 358 males and 407 females, living in 205 households. The sex ratio was 1,137 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.37%, with male literacy at 81.37% and female literacy at 58.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 225.
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 | 765 | 358 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 36 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 225 | 115 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 262 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 96 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Guhaldiha
Guhaldiha 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 Guhaldiha
Guhaldiha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Guhaldiha is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guhaldiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guhaldiha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Guhaldiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guhaldiha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Guhaldiha
Where is Guhaldiha located?
Guhaldiha village is located in Suliapada Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Guhaldiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Guhaldiha is Ufalgadia.
What is the pincode of Guhaldiha?
The pincode of Guhaldiha is 757022.
What is the population of Guhaldiha?
Guhaldiha had a total population of 765, including 358 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Guhaldiha?
Guhaldiha had 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guhaldiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guhaldiha was 69.37%. Male literacy was 81.37% and female literacy was 58.54%.