Gajakupuli - Muniguda, Rayagada
Gajakupuli is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muniguda and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kumudaballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gajakupuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gajakupuli is 424976. The village covers a total geographical area of 115 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Gajakupuli 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 Gajakupuli
As per Census 2011, Gajakupuli village has a total population of 326 people, consisting of 163 males and 163 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 161 literate and 165 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 198 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gajakupuli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 326 | 163 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 50 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 198 | 95 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 94 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 69 | 96 |
Transport and Connectivity of Gajakupuli
Gajakupuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gajakupuli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Gajakupuli is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Gajakupuli is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gajakupuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gajakupuli 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 Gajakupuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gajakupuli 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gajakupuli
Where is Gajakupuli located?
Gajakupuli village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gajakupuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Gajakupuli is Kumudaballi.
What is the pincode of Gajakupuli?
The pincode of Gajakupuli is 765020.
What is the population of Gajakupuli?
Gajakupuli has a total population of 326, including 163 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Gajakupuli?
There are 89 households in Gajakupuli.
What is the literacy rate in Gajakupuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gajakupuli is 49.39%. Male literacy is 57.67% and female literacy is 41.10%.