Gugurapanga - Ramanaguda, Rayagada
Gugurapanga is a village situated in the Ramanaguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from Gunupur and around 70 km from Rayagada . Nilamguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gugurapanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gugurapanga is 426766. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 765023 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Gugurapanga 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 Gugurapanga
As per Census 2011, Gugurapanga village has a total population of 485 people, consisting of 251 males and 234 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 258 literate and 227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 454 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gugurapanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 485 | 251 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 30 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 454 | 234 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 156 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 95 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Gugurapanga
Gugurapanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pokopadar | South-East | 1.03 km |
| Golomunda | East | 1.61 km |
| Nilamguda | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Pandrajholi | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Kujendri | North | 2.21 km |
| Haduguda | South | 2.32 km |
| Dasamantapur | South | 2.85 km |
| Nalapanda | West | 2.90 km |
| Sanaachhba | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Eduruwalsa | North-East | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gugurapanga
Public transport in the Gugurapanga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gunupur, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.0 km.
| 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 Gunupur to Gugurapanga is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Gugurapanga is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gugurapanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gugurapanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gugurapanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gugurapanga 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gugurapanga
Where is Gugurapanga located?
Gugurapanga village is located in Ramanaguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gugurapanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Gugurapanga is Nilamguda.
What is the pincode of Gugurapanga?
The pincode of Gugurapanga is 765023.
What is the population of Gugurapanga?
Gugurapanga has a total population of 485, including 251 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Gugurapanga?
There are 132 households in Gugurapanga.
What is the literacy rate in Gugurapanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gugurapanga is 53.20%. Male literacy is 62.15% and female literacy is 43.59%.