Gilangakupuda - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Gilangakupuda is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Buduballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gilangakupuda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gilangakupuda is 425084. The village covers a total geographical area of 247 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gilangakupuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gilangakupuda
As per Census 2011, Gilangakupuda village has a total population of 603 people, consisting of 240 males and 363 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,512 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 273 literate and 330 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 525 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gilangakupuda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 603 | 240 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 57 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 7 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 525 | 209 | 316 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 88 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 330 | 152 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Gilangakupuda
Gilangakupuda 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 Gilangakupuda
Public transport in the Gilangakupuda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gudari to Gilangakupuda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Gilangakupuda is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gilangakupuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gilangakupuda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gilangakupuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gilangakupuda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gilangakupuda
Where is Gilangakupuda located?
Gilangakupuda village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gilangakupuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gilangakupuda is Buduballi.
What is the pincode of Gilangakupuda?
The pincode of Gilangakupuda is 765020.
What is the population of Gilangakupuda?
Gilangakupuda has a total population of 603, including 240 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Gilangakupuda?
There are 87 households in Gilangakupuda.
What is the literacy rate in Gilangakupuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gilangakupuda is 45.27%. Male literacy is 36.67% and female literacy is 50.96%.