Gurusinga - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Gurusinga is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from Jharigan and around 78 km from Nabarangapur . Gurusingha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurusinga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurusinga is 427515. The village covers a total geographical area of 696 hectares and falls under the 764076 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Gurusinga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurusinga
According to the 2011 Census, Gurusinga village had a total population of 306 people, including 160 males and 146 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.58%, with male literacy at 62.10% and female literacy at 34.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 188.
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 | 306 | 160 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 36 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 188 | 102 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 77 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 83 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Gurusinga
Gurusinga 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 Gurusinga
Gurusinga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Umarkote to Gurusinga is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Gurusinga 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 Gurusinga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurusinga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gurusinga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurusinga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gurusinga
Where is Gurusinga located?
Gurusinga village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurusinga?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurusinga is Gurusingha.
What is the pincode of Gurusinga?
The pincode of Gurusinga is 764076.
What is the population of Gurusinga?
Gurusinga had a total population of 306, including 160 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Gurusinga?
Gurusinga had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurusinga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurusinga was 48.58%. Male literacy was 62.10% and female literacy was 34.96%.