Gidhmal
Gidhmal is a village located in Belpara tehsil of Balangir district in Odisha, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Belpara (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Balangir. As per 2009 stats, Pandrijore is the gram panchayat of Gidhmal village.
Here you can discover what makes Gidhmal unique in its vibrant Belpara-Balangir region. You’ll see Gidhmal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gidhmal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gidhmal is 421000. The village spans a total geographical area of 456 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 767039. Patnagarh is nearest town to Gidhmal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Gidhmal
Population of Gidhmal
According to the 2011 Census, Gidhmal has a total population of about 530, with approximately 255 males and 275 females. The sex ratio is around 1078 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 89 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 59 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.94%, with male literacy at about 64.71% and female literacy near 38.18%. There are around 116 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gidhmal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 530 | 255 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 38 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 26 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 165 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 90 | 170 |
Connectivity of Gidhmal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gidhmal. As per the 2011 stats, Gidhmal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gidhmal
Knowing the nearby villages of Gidhmal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gidhmal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gidhmal
- Where is Gidhmal located?
- Gidhmal village is situated in Belpara Tehsil, within the Balangir district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gidhmal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gidhmal is Pandrijore (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gidhmal?
- The pincode of Gidhmal is 767039, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gidhmal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gidhmal is 530, with 255 males and 275 females.
- How many households are there in Gidhmal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gidhmal village has a total of 116 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gidhmal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gidhmal is 50.94%. The male literacy rate is 64.71%, while the female literacy rate is 38.18%.