Guadia - Kanas, Puri
Guadia is a village situated in the Kanas tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Gadisagada and around 45 km from Puri. Alibada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guadia is 410132. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 752017 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Guadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satyabadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guadia
According to the 2011 Census, Guadia village had a total population of 420 people, including 211 males and 209 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.35%, with male literacy at 98.32% and female literacy at 84.82%.
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 | 420 | 211 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 32 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 176 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 35 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Guadia
Guadia 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 Guadia
Guadia 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Guadia is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Guadia is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guadia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Guadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guadia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Guadia
Where is Guadia located?
Guadia village is located in Kanas Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Guadia is Alibada.
What is the pincode of Guadia?
The pincode of Guadia is 752017.
What is the population of Guadia?
Guadia had a total population of 420, including 211 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Guadia?
Guadia had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Guadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guadia was 91.35%. Male literacy was 98.32% and female literacy was 84.82%.