Gurubai - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Gurubai is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Nuapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurubai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurubai is 410152. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Gurubai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurubai
According to the 2011 Census, Gurubai village had a total population of 1,067 people, including 552 males and 515 females, living in 220 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.57%, with male literacy at 91.94% and female literacy at 72.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) 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 | 1,067 | 552 | 515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 56 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 89 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 796 | 456 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 96 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Gurubai
Gurubai 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 Gurubai
Gurubai 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 <5 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 Banapur to Gurubai is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Gurubai is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurubai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurubai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gurubai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurubai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gurubai
Where is Gurubai located?
Gurubai village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurubai?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurubai is Nuapada.
What is the pincode of Gurubai?
The pincode of Gurubai is 752032.
What is the population of Gurubai?
Gurubai had a total population of 1,067, including 552 males and 515 females.
How many households are there in Gurubai?
Gurubai had 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurubai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurubai was 82.57%. Male literacy was 91.94% and female literacy was 72.65%.