Gundalaba - Astaranga, Puri
Gundalaba is a village situated in the Astaranga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Astaranga and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Chhuriana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gundalaba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundalaba is 409254. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 752109 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Gundalaba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gundalaba
According to the 2011 Census, Gundalaba village had a total population of 421 people, including 223 males and 198 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.68%, with male literacy at 88.38% and female literacy at 72.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 421 | 223 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 25 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 175 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 48 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Gundalaba
Gundalaba 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 Gundalaba
Gundalaba 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 >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 Nimapada to Gundalaba is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Gundalaba is about 77 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 Gundalaba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundalaba 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 Gundalaba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundalaba 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gundalaba
Where is Gundalaba located?
Gundalaba village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gundalaba?
The Gram Panchayat of Gundalaba is Chhuriana.
What is the pincode of Gundalaba?
The pincode of Gundalaba is 752109.
What is the population of Gundalaba?
Gundalaba had a total population of 421, including 223 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Gundalaba?
Gundalaba had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gundalaba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundalaba was 80.68%. Male literacy was 88.38% and female literacy was 72.43%.