Gagania - Khaira, Balasore
Gagania is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Similia and around 62 km from Baleshwar. Kapeya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gagania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gagania is 394200. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Gagania 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 Gagania
According to the 2011 Census, Gagania village had a total population of 114 people, including 48 males and 66 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,375 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 92.50% and female literacy at 76.79%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 114 | 48 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 37 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 11 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Gagania
Gagania 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 Gagania
Public transport in the Gagania is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Gagania is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Gagania is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gagania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gagania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gagania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gagania 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gagania
Where is Gagania located?
Gagania village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gagania?
The Gram Panchayat of Gagania is Kapeya.
What is the pincode of Gagania?
The pincode of Gagania is 756134.
What is the population of Gagania?
Gagania had a total population of 114, including 48 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Gagania?
Gagania had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gagania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gagania was 83.33%. Male literacy was 92.50% and female literacy was 76.79%.