Gahamakhunti - Dhenkanal Sadar, Dhenkanal
Gahamakhunti is a village situated in the Dhenkanal Sadar tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhenkanal Sadar and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Kaimati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gahamakhunti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gahamakhunti is 403284. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 759027 pincode. Dhenkanal is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gahamakhunti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhenkanal Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Gahamakhunti
As per Census 2011, Gahamakhunti village has a total population of 721 people, consisting of 372 males and 349 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 455 literate and 266 illiterate residents. Additionally, 300 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 56 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gahamakhunti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 721 | 372 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 62 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 154 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 258 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 114 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Gahamakhunti
Gahamakhunti 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 Gahamakhunti
Gahamakhunti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Gahamakhunti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhenkanal to Gahamakhunti is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gahamakhunti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gahamakhunti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gahamakhunti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gahamakhunti 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gahamakhunti
Where is Gahamakhunti located?
Gahamakhunti village is located in Dhenkanal Sadar Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahamakhunti?
The Gram Panchayat of Gahamakhunti is Kaimati.
What is the pincode of Gahamakhunti?
The pincode of Gahamakhunti is 759027.
What is the population of Gahamakhunti?
Gahamakhunti has a total population of 721, including 372 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Gahamakhunti?
There are 185 households in Gahamakhunti.
What is the literacy rate in Gahamakhunti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gahamakhunti is 63.11%. Male literacy is 69.35% and female literacy is 56.45%.