Majurdima - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Majurdima is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Jarda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majurdima village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majurdima is 385025. The village covers a total geographical area of 318 hectares and falls under the 770043 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Majurdima village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Majurdima
As per Census 2011, Majurdima village has a total population of 516 people, consisting of 253 males and 263 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 287 literate and 229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 442 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Majurdima are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 516 | 253 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 34 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 442 | 212 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 169 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 84 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Majurdima
Majurdima 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 Majurdima
Public transport in the Majurdima is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Majurdima is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Majurdima is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majurdima
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majurdima village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Majurdima
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majurdima 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 Majurdima
Where is Majurdima located?
Majurdima village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majurdima?
The Gram Panchayat of Majurdima is Jarda.
What is the pincode of Majurdima?
The pincode of Majurdima is 770043.
What is the population of Majurdima?
Majurdima has a total population of 516, including 253 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Majurdima?
There are 112 households in Majurdima.
What is the literacy rate in Majurdima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majurdima is 55.62%. Male literacy is 66.80% and female literacy is 44.87%.