Gunakhal - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Gunakhal is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Hanumantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gunakhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunakhal is 425101. The village covers a total geographical area of 316 hectares and falls under the 765018 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Gunakhal 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 Gunakhal
According to the 2011 Census, Gunakhal village had a total population of 80 people, including 42 males and 38 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 5.00%, with male literacy at 9.68% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 77.
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 | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 39 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Gunakhal
Gunakhal 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 Gunakhal
Public transport in the Gunakhal is mainly available through shared van 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 Gunakhal is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Gunakhal is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunakhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunakhal 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gunakhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunakhal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gunakhal
Where is Gunakhal located?
Gunakhal village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunakhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunakhal is Hanumantpur.
What is the pincode of Gunakhal?
The pincode of Gunakhal is 765018.
What is the population of Gunakhal?
Gunakhal had a total population of 80, including 42 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Gunakhal?
Gunakhal had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gunakhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunakhal was 5.00%. Male literacy was 9.68% and female literacy was 0.00%.