Gengutia - Khaira, Balasore
Gengutia 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. Badanuagan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gengutia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gengutia is 393642. The village covers a total geographical area of 115 hectares and falls under the 756056 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gengutia 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 Gengutia
As per Census 2011, Gengutia village has a total population of 557 people, consisting of 269 males and 288 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 1,070 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 364 literate and 193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 289 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gengutia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 557 | 269 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 141 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 198 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 71 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Gengutia
Gengutia 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 Gengutia
Gengutia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Gengutia is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Gengutia 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 Gengutia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gengutia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gengutia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gengutia 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gengutia
Where is Gengutia located?
Gengutia village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gengutia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gengutia is Badanuagan.
What is the pincode of Gengutia?
The pincode of Gengutia is 756056.
What is the population of Gengutia?
Gengutia has a total population of 557, including 269 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Gengutia?
There are 120 households in Gengutia.
What is the literacy rate in Gengutia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gengutia is 65.35%. Male literacy is 73.61% and female literacy is 57.64%.