Gunduriguda - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Gunduriguda is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 143 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bijapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gunduriguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunduriguda is 425073. The village covers a total geographical area of 678 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Gunduriguda 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 Gunduriguda
As per Census 2011, Gunduriguda village has a total population of 741 people, consisting of 366 males and 375 females. The village has 157 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 325 literate and 416 illiterate residents. Additionally, 298 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 406 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gunduriguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 741 | 366 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 76 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 298 | 152 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 406 | 195 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 201 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 165 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Gunduriguda
Gunduriguda 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 Gunduriguda
Gunduriguda 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 >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 Gudari to Gunduriguda is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Gunduriguda is about 143 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunduriguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunduriguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gunduriguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunduriguda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gunduriguda
Where is Gunduriguda located?
Gunduriguda village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunduriguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunduriguda is Bijapur.
What is the pincode of Gunduriguda?
The pincode of Gunduriguda is 765020.
What is the population of Gunduriguda?
Gunduriguda has a total population of 741, including 366 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Gunduriguda?
There are 157 households in Gunduriguda.
What is the literacy rate in Gunduriguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunduriguda is 43.86%. Male literacy is 54.92% and female literacy is 33.07%.