Gailgudi - Ulunda, Sonepur
Gailgudi is a village situated in the Ulunda tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Biramaharajpur and around 21 km from Subarnapur. Kadodar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gailgudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gailgudi is 419297. The village covers a total geographical area of 239 hectares and falls under the 767018 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gailgudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gailgudi
According to the 2011 Census, Gailgudi village had a total population of 316 people, including 152 males and 164 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.21%, with male literacy at 94.16% and female literacy at 67.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 145.
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 | 316 | 152 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 67 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 129 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 23 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Gailgudi
Gailgudi 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 Gailgudi
Gailgudi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Sonapur to Gailgudi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Gailgudi is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gailgudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gailgudi 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 Gailgudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gailgudi 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gailgudi
Where is Gailgudi located?
Gailgudi village is located in Ulunda Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gailgudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gailgudi is Kadodar.
What is the pincode of Gailgudi?
The pincode of Gailgudi is 767018.
What is the population of Gailgudi?
Gailgudi had a total population of 316, including 152 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Gailgudi?
Gailgudi had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gailgudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gailgudi was 80.21%. Male literacy was 94.16% and female literacy was 67.55%.