Gutidarha - Lathikata, Sundargarh
Gutidarha is a village situated in the Lathikata tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Brahmani Tarang and around 100 km from Sundargarh. Balanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gutidarha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gutidarha is 384578. The village covers a total geographical area of 419 hectares and falls under the 769004 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Gutidarha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gutidarha
As per Census 2011, Gutidarha village has a total population of 1,263 people, consisting of 643 males and 620 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 560 literate and 703 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,013 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gutidarha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,263 | 643 | 620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 114 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,013 | 507 | 506 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 341 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 703 | 302 | 401 |
Nearby Villages of Gutidarha
Gutidarha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dalakudar | South | 1.99 km |
| Balanda | West | 2.90 km |
| Tumran | East | 3.38 km |
| Dandiapali | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Jiabahal | North-West | 4.34 km |
| Pitamahul | West | 4.41 km |
| Garjan | East | 4.49 km |
| Birual | East | 4.70 km |
| Khairbani | South-East | 5.16 km |
| Sagjore | North-West | 6.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gutidarha
Public transport in the Gutidarha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kalunga, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Raurkela to Gutidarha is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Gutidarha 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 Gutidarha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gutidarha 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gutidarha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gutidarha 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 Gutidarha
Where is Gutidarha located?
Gutidarha village is located in Lathikata Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gutidarha?
The Gram Panchayat of Gutidarha is Balanda.
What is the pincode of Gutidarha?
The pincode of Gutidarha is 769004.
What is the population of Gutidarha?
Gutidarha has a total population of 1,263, including 643 males and 620 females.
How many households are there in Gutidarha?
There are 295 households in Gutidarha.
What is the literacy rate in Gutidarha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gutidarha is 44.34%. Male literacy is 53.03% and female literacy is 35.32%.