Gambharia - Khaira, Balasore
Gambharia is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Khaira and around 70 km from Baleshwar. Bartana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gambharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gambharia is 393621. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 756126 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gambharia 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 Gambharia
As per Census 2011, Gambharia village has a total population of 323 people, consisting of 163 males and 160 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 242 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gambharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 323 | 163 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 39 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 134 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 29 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Gambharia
Gambharia 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 Gambharia
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gambharia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Gambharia is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Gambharia is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gambharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gambharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gambharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gambharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gambharia
Where is Gambharia located?
Gambharia village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gambharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gambharia is Bartana.
What is the pincode of Gambharia?
The pincode of Gambharia is 756126.
What is the population of Gambharia?
Gambharia has a total population of 323, including 163 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Gambharia?
There are 71 households in Gambharia.
What is the literacy rate in Gambharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gambharia is 74.92%. Male literacy is 82.21% and female literacy is 67.50%.