Guhalagadia - Khaira, Balasore
Guhalagadia is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Khaira and around 58 km from Baleshwar. Govindapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guhalagadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guhalagadia is 393435. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Guhalagadia 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 Guhalagadia
As per Census 2011, Guhalagadia village has a total population of 112 people, consisting of 53 males and 59 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,113 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 94 literate and 18 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guhalagadia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 112 | 53 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 6 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Guhalagadia
Guhalagadia 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 Guhalagadia
Guhalagadia 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Guhalagadia is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Guhalagadia is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guhalagadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guhalagadia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Guhalagadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guhalagadia 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 Guhalagadia
Where is Guhalagadia located?
Guhalagadia village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guhalagadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Guhalagadia is Govindapur.
What is the pincode of Guhalagadia?
The pincode of Guhalagadia is 756049.
What is the population of Guhalagadia?
Guhalagadia has a total population of 112, including 53 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Guhalagadia?
There are 27 households in Guhalagadia.
What is the literacy rate in Guhalagadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guhalagadia is 83.93%. Male literacy is 88.68% and female literacy is 79.66%.