Gilinda - Kodala, Ganjam
Gilinda is a village situated in the Kodala tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 71 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kodala and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Angaragaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gilinda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gilinda is 411617. The village covers a total geographical area of 240 hectares and falls under the 761035 pincode. Kodala is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Gilinda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gilinda
According to the 2011 Census, Gilinda village had a total population of 62 people, including 36 males and 26 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 722 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.00%, with male literacy at 63.33% and female literacy at 20.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 62.
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 | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 19 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 17 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Gilinda
Gilinda 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 Gilinda
Public transport in the Gilinda 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kodala to Gilinda is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Gilinda is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gilinda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gilinda 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 Gilinda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gilinda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gilinda
Where is Gilinda located?
Gilinda village is located in Kodala Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gilinda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gilinda is Angaragaon.
What is the pincode of Gilinda?
The pincode of Gilinda is 761035.
What is the population of Gilinda?
Gilinda had a total population of 62, including 36 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Gilinda?
Gilinda had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gilinda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gilinda was 46.00%. Male literacy was 63.33% and female literacy was 20.00%.