Gunjakhol - Lephripara, Sundargarh
Gunjakhol is a village situated in the Lephripara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lephripara and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Dumabahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gunjakhol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunjakhol is 383664. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 770012 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Gunjakhol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gunjakhol
As per Census 2011, Gunjakhol village has a total population of 54 people, consisting of 27 males and 27 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 28 literate and 26 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gunjakhol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 12 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Gunjakhol
Gunjakhol 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 Gunjakhol
Public transport in the Gunjakhol is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Sundargarh to Gunjakhol is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Gunjakhol is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunjakhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunjakhol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gunjakhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunjakhol 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gunjakhol
Where is Gunjakhol located?
Gunjakhol village is located in Lephripara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunjakhol?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunjakhol is Dumabahal.
What is the pincode of Gunjakhol?
The pincode of Gunjakhol is 770012.
What is the population of Gunjakhol?
Gunjakhol has a total population of 54, including 27 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Gunjakhol?
There are 14 households in Gunjakhol.
What is the literacy rate in Gunjakhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunjakhol is 51.85%. Male literacy is 55.56% and female literacy is 48.15%.