Gada - Khaira, Balasore
Gada is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Khaira and around 57 km from Baleshwar. Nayakhandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gada is 393530. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 756048 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gada
As per Census 2011, Gada village has a total population of 430 people, consisting of 221 males and 209 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 306 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 430 | 221 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 67 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 162 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 59 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Gada
Gada 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 Gada
Gada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Soro to Gada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Gada is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gada 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gada 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 Gada
Where is Gada located?
Gada village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gada?
The Gram Panchayat of Gada is Nayakhandi.
What is the pincode of Gada?
The pincode of Gada is 756048.
What is the population of Gada?
Gada has a total population of 430, including 221 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Gada?
There are 105 households in Gada.
What is the literacy rate in Gada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gada is 71.16%. Male literacy is 73.30% and female literacy is 68.90%.