Gunjapaju - Muniguda, Rayagada
Gunjapaju is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muniguda and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Munikhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gunjapaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunjapaju is 424938. The village covers a total geographical area of 949 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Gunjapaju 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 Gunjapaju
According to the 2011 Census, Gunjapaju village had a total population of 411 people, including 188 males and 223 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,186 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 15.43%, with male literacy at 30.07% and female literacy at 3.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 108, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 296.
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 | 411 | 188 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 45 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 48 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 296 | 138 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 43 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 145 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Gunjapaju
Gunjapaju 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 Gunjapaju
Gunjapaju is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gunjapaju.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Gunjapaju is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Gunjapaju is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunjapaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunjapaju 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 Gunjapaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunjapaju 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 Gunjapaju
Where is Gunjapaju located?
Gunjapaju village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gunjapaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunjapaju is Munikhol.
What is the pincode of Gunjapaju?
The pincode of Gunjapaju is 765019.
What is the population of Gunjapaju?
Gunjapaju had a total population of 411, including 188 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Gunjapaju?
Gunjapaju had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gunjapaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunjapaju was 15.43%. Male literacy was 30.07% and female literacy was 3.87%.