Gilajori
Gilajori is a village located in Singla tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Singla (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Raghunathpur is the gram panchayat of Gilajori village.
Gilajori has its own place in the vibrant Baleshwar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gilajori
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gilajori is 392157. The village spans a total geographical area of 106 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756081. Jaleswar is nearest town to Gilajori village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gilajori village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balasore Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Gilajori
Below is a concise population overview of Gilajori as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,332 | 1,199 | 1,133 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 153 | 137 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 981 | 501 | 480 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 54 | 54 |
Literate Population | 1,577 | 890 | 687 |
Illiterate Population | 755 | 309 | 446 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gilajori village:
- The total population of Gilajori village is around 2,332, including approximately 1,199 males and 1,133 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 290 children aged 0–6 years in Gilajori village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gilajori village has 981 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 108 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gilajori village is about 67.62%, with male literacy at 74.23% and female literacy at 60.64%.
- There are around 533 households in Gilajori village.
Connectivity of Gilajori
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gilajori. As per the 2011 stats, Gilajori had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gilajori
Knowing the nearby villages of Gilajori helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gilajori.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gilajori
- Where is Gilajori located?
- Gilajori village is situated in Singla Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gilajori?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gilajori is Raghunathpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gilajori?
- The pincode of Gilajori is 756081, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gilajori as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gilajori is 2,332, with 1,199 males and 1,133 females.
- How many households are there in Gilajori as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gilajori village has a total of 533 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gilajori as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gilajori is 67.62%. The male literacy rate is 74.23%, while the female literacy rate is 60.64%.