Gudapal - Jujomura, Sambalpur
Gudapal is a village situated in the Jujomura tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jujomura and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Tampergarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gudapal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gudapal is 382114. The village covers a total geographical area of 478 hectares and falls under the 768105 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Gudapal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gudapal
According to the 2011 Census, Gudapal village had a total population of 641 people, including 332 males and 309 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.76%, with male literacy at 84.59% and female literacy at 70.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 300.
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 | 641 | 332 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 37 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 300 | 165 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 437 | 247 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 85 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Gudapal
Gudapal 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 Gudapal
Public transport in the Gudapal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sambalpur to Gudapal is about 35 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 Gudapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gudapal 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 Gudapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gudapal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gudapal
Where is Gudapal located?
Gudapal village is located in Jujomura Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gudapal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gudapal is Tampergarh.
What is the pincode of Gudapal?
The pincode of Gudapal is 768105.
What is the population of Gudapal?
Gudapal had a total population of 641, including 332 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Gudapal?
Gudapal had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gudapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gudapal was 77.76%. Male literacy was 84.59% and female literacy was 70.37%.