Guchhaguda - Umarkote, Nabarangpur
Guchhaguda is a village situated in the Umarkote tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from Umarkote and around 74 km from Nabarangapur . Bhamini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guchhaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guchhaguda is 427350. The village covers a total geographical area of 98 hectares and falls under the 764073 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Guchhaguda 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 Guchhaguda
As per Census 2011, Guchhaguda village has a total population of 603 people, consisting of 301 males and 302 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 261 literate and 342 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 417 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guchhaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 603 | 301 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 59 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 417 | 212 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 168 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 133 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Guchhaguda
Guchhaguda 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 Guchhaguda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Guchhaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Guchhaguda is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Guchhaguda is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guchhaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guchhaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Guchhaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guchhaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Guchhaguda
Where is Guchhaguda located?
Guchhaguda village is located in Umarkote Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guchhaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Guchhaguda is Bhamini.
What is the pincode of Guchhaguda?
The pincode of Guchhaguda is 764073.
What is the population of Guchhaguda?
Guchhaguda has a total population of 603, including 301 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Guchhaguda?
There are 111 households in Guchhaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Guchhaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guchhaguda is 43.28%. Male literacy is 55.81% and female literacy is 30.79%.