Gaintala - Puintala, Balangir
Gaintala is a village situated in the Puintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from Balangir and around 5 km from Balangir. Gaintala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaintala is 420140. The village covers a total geographical area of 504 hectares and falls under the 767002 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Gaintala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loisingha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaintala
As per Census 2011, Gaintala village has a total population of 2,585 people, consisting of 1,300 males and 1,285 females. The village has 557 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 268 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,826 literate and 759 illiterate residents. Additionally, 806 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaintala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,585 | 1,300 | 1,285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 144 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 806 | 406 | 400 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 44 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 1,826 | 1,009 | 817 |
| Illiterate Population | 759 | 291 | 468 |
Nearby Villages of Gaintala
Gaintala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malmunda | East | 1.47 km |
| Puintala | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Niljipali | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Lakhapali | South | 2.24 km |
| Pipalbahali | North | 2.48 km |
| Gadtiamunda | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Randa | East | 2.97 km |
| Kulerbahali | North | 3.13 km |
| Kurlupali | South-East | 3.23 km |
| Rinbachan | North-West | 3.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gaintala
Gaintala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Balangir Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.9 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balangir to Gaintala is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Gaintala is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaintala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaintala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gaintala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaintala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gaintala
Where is Gaintala located?
Gaintala village is located in Puintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaintala?
Gaintala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gaintala?
The pincode of Gaintala is 767002.
What is the population of Gaintala?
Gaintala has a total population of 2,585, including 1,300 males and 1,285 females.
How many households are there in Gaintala?
There are 557 households in Gaintala.
What is the literacy rate in Gaintala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaintala is 70.64%. Male literacy is 77.62% and female literacy is 63.58%.