Guhaldihi - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Guhaldihi is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 172 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kudheikela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guhaldihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guhaldihi is 384891. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Guhaldihi 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 Guhaldihi
As per Census 2011, Guhaldihi village has a total population of 191 people, consisting of 88 males and 103 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 1,170 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 97 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guhaldihi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 191 | 88 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 35 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 48 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 40 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Guhaldihi
Guhaldihi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghatital | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Bileipada | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Ganighasa | East | 1.66 km |
| Sanbasubahal | North | 1.69 km |
| Basubahal | West | 1.74 km |
| Kudeikela | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Sanghatital | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Haldikunchi | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Dalamkucha | East | 2.49 km |
| Dhamanadarha | North-West | 2.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Guhaldihi
Public transport in the Guhaldihi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bimlagarh Junction, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Guhaldihi is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Guhaldihi is about 172 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guhaldihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guhaldihi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Guhaldihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guhaldihi 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 Guhaldihi
Where is Guhaldihi located?
Guhaldihi village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guhaldihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Guhaldihi is Kudheikela.
What is the pincode of Guhaldihi?
The pincode of Guhaldihi is 770040.
What is the population of Guhaldihi?
Guhaldihi has a total population of 191, including 88 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Guhaldihi?
There are 55 households in Guhaldihi.
What is the literacy rate in Guhaldihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guhaldihi is 50.79%. Male literacy is 54.55% and female literacy is 47.57%.