Gayan
Gayan is a village located in Melchhamunda tehsil of Bargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Melchhamunda (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Bargarh. As per 2009 stats, Gyan is the gram panchayat of Gayan village.
Here you can discover what makes Gayan unique in its vibrant Melchhamunda-Bargarh region. You’ll see Gayan’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 Gayan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gayan is 380212. The village spans a total geographical area of 851 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768049. Padmapur is nearest town to Gayan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Gayan
Population of Gayan
According to the 2011 Census, Gayan has a total population of about 1,676, with approximately 845 males and 831 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 185 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 232 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 337. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.65%, with male literacy at about 74.08% and female literacy near 59.09%. There are around 402 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gayan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,676 | 845 | 831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 85 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 114 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 337 | 173 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 1,117 | 626 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 559 | 219 | 340 |
Connectivity of Gayan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gayan. As per the 2011 stats, Gayan 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 Gayan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gayan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gayan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gayan
- Where is Gayan located?
- Gayan village is situated in Melchhamunda Tehsil, within the Bargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gayan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gayan is Gyan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gayan?
- The pincode of Gayan is 768049, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gayan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gayan is 1,676, with 845 males and 831 females.
- How many households are there in Gayan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gayan village has a total of 402 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gayan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gayan is 66.65%. The male literacy rate is 74.08%, while the female literacy rate is 59.09%.