Gidhamal
About Gidhamal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gidhamal village is 417815. Gidhamal village is located in Kantamal tehsil of Baudh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Kantamal (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Baudh. As per 2009 stats, Kultajore is the gram panchayat of Gidhamal village.
The total geographical area of village is 206 hectares. Gidhamal has a total population of 499 peoples, out of which male population is 238 while female population is 261. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1096 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gidhamal village is 44.09% out of which 56.30% males and 32.95% females are literate. There are about 124 houses in gidhamal village. Pincode of gidhamal village locality is 762018.
When it comes to administration, Gidhamal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gidhamal village comes under Kantamal Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kandhamal Lok Sabha constituency. Balangir is nearest town to gidhamal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
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Population of Gidhamal
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 499 | 238 | 261 |
| Children (0-6) | 57 | 25 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 375 | 182 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 134 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 104 | 175 |
Connectivity of Gidhamal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gidhamal
Where is Gidhamal located?
Gidhamal village is situated in Kantamal Tehsil, within the Baudh district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gidhamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gidhamal is Kultajore (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 762018, 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 499, with 238 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Gidhamal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gidhamal village has a total of 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gidhamal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gidhamal is 44.09%. The male literacy rate is 56.30%, while the female literacy rate is 32.95%.