Gidhamal
Gidhamal is a village located in Gaisilet tehsil of Bargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Gaisilet (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Bargarh. As per 2009 stats, Katabahal is the gram panchayat of Gidhamal village.
Here you can discover what makes Gidhamal unique in its vibrant Gaisilet-Bargarh region. You’ll see Gidhamal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gidhamal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gidhamal is 380102. The village spans a total geographical area of 398 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768036. Padmapur is nearest town to Gidhamal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Gidhamal
Population of Gidhamal
According to the 2011 Census, Gidhamal has a total population of about 848, with approximately 430 males and 418 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 114 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 94 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.29%, with male literacy at about 55.58% and female literacy near 38.76%. There are around 227 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gidhamal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 848 | 430 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 43 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 239 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 447 | 191 | 256 |
Connectivity of Gidhamal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gidhamal. As per the 2011 stats, Gidhamal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gidhamal
Knowing the nearby villages of Gidhamal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gidhamal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gidhamal
- Where is Gidhamal located?
- Gidhamal village is situated in Gaisilet Tehsil, within the Bargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gidhamal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gidhamal is Katabahal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gidhamal?
- The pincode of Gidhamal is 768036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gidhamal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gidhamal is 848, with 430 males and 418 females.
- How many households are there in Gidhamal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gidhamal village has a total of 227 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gidhamal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gidhamal is 47.29%. The male literacy rate is 55.58%, while the female literacy rate is 38.76%.