Gailo - Parajang, Dhenkanal
Gailo is a village situated in the Parajang tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parajang and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Roda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gailo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gailo is 402290. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 759120 pincode. Talcher is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Gailo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gailo
According to the 2011 Census, Gailo village had a total population of 854 people, including 443 males and 411 females, living in 231 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.03%, with male literacy at 87.60% and female literacy at 71.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 318.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 854 | 443 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 56 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 318 | 168 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 601 | 339 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 104 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Gailo
Gailo 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 Gailo
Public transport in the Gailo is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talcher to Gailo is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Gailo is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gailo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gailo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gailo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gailo 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gailo
Where is Gailo located?
Gailo village is located in Parajang Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gailo?
The Gram Panchayat of Gailo is Roda.
What is the pincode of Gailo?
The pincode of Gailo is 759120.
What is the population of Gailo?
Gailo had a total population of 854, including 443 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Gailo?
Gailo had 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gailo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gailo was 80.03%. Male literacy was 87.60% and female literacy was 71.98%.