Gurutuli Village - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Gurutuli is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Budaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurutuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurutuli is 425660. The village covers a total geographical area of 264 hectares and falls under the 765017 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Gurutuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurutuli
As per Census 2011, Gurutuli village has a total population of 895 people, consisting of 418 males and 477 females. The village has 218 households and a sex ratio of 1,141 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 336 literate and 559 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 564 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurutuli are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 895 | 418 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 54 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 51 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 564 | 252 | 312 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 213 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 559 | 205 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Gurutuli
Gurutuli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Janibidhi | South-East | 1.29 km |
| Kadalichuan | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Kandakora | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Baladia | South | 1.95 km |
| Lilibadi | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Mahendrapur | East | 2.79 km |
| Budaguda | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Chamarajodi | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Jambuguda | East | 3.20 km |
| Dhamanima | East | 3.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gurutuli
Gurutuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sikarpai, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.5 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Gurutuli is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurutuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurutuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gurutuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurutuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gurutuli
Where is Gurutuli located?
Gurutuli village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurutuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurutuli is Budaguda.
What is the pincode of Gurutuli?
The pincode of Gurutuli is 765017.
What is the population of Gurutuli?
Gurutuli has a total population of 895, including 418 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Gurutuli?
There are 218 households in Gurutuli.
What is the literacy rate in Gurutuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurutuli is 37.54%. Male literacy is 50.96% and female literacy is 25.79%.