Kerla Guda - Gudari, Rayagada
Kerla Guda is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kadama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kerla Guda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerla Guda is 426954. The village covers a total geographical area of 380 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kerla Guda 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 Kerla Guda
As per Census 2011, Kerla Guda village has a total population of 132 people, consisting of 67 males and 65 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 131 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kerla Guda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 132 | 67 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 66 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 62 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Kerla Guda
Kerla Guda 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 Kerla Guda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kerla Guda.
| 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 Kerla Guda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kerla Guda is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kerla Guda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerla Guda 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 Kerla Guda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerla Guda 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 Kerla Guda
Where is Kerla Guda located?
Kerla Guda village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerla Guda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerla Guda is Kadama.
What is the pincode of Kerla Guda?
The pincode of Kerla Guda is 765026.
What is the population of Kerla Guda?
Kerla Guda has a total population of 132, including 67 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Kerla Guda?
There are 28 households in Kerla Guda.
What is the literacy rate in Kerla Guda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerla Guda is 4.55%. Male literacy is 7.46% and female literacy is 1.54%.