Gaham
About Gaham
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gaham village is 403884. Gaham village is located in Samal Barrage tehsil of Anugul district in Odisha, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Samal Barrage (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Anugul . As per 2009 stats, Parabil is the gram panchayat of Gaham village.
The total geographical area of village is 420 hectares. Gaham has a total population of 2,504 peoples, out of which male population is 1,327 while female population is 1,177. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 886 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gaham village is 65.62% out of which 75.58% males and 54.38% females are literate. There are about 576 houses in gaham village. Pincode of gaham village locality is 759100.
When it comes to administration, Gaham village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gaham village comes under Pallahara Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency. Talcher is nearest town to gaham village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
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Population of Gaham
The population details of Gaham cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,504 | 1,327 | 1,177 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 280 | 159 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 269 | 157 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 135 | 70 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 1,643 | 1,003 | 640 |
| Illiterate Population | 861 | 324 | 537 |
Connectivity of Gaham
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gaham
Where is Gaham located?
Gaham village is situated in Samal Barrage Tehsil, within the Anugul district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaham?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaham is Parabil (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gaham?
The pincode of Gaham is 759100, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gaham as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaham is 2,504, with 1,327 males and 1,177 females.
How many households are there in Gaham as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gaham village has a total of 576 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaham as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaham is 65.62%. The male literacy rate is 75.58%, while the female literacy rate is 54.38%.