Gahirapada - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Gahirapada is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Sangrampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gahirapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gahirapada is 398254. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 754108 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Gahirapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gahirapada
As per Census 2011, Gahirapada village has a total population of 237 people, consisting of 125 males and 112 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 54 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gahirapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 237 | 125 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 48 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 101 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 24 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Gahirapada
Gahirapada 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 Gahirapada
Gahirapada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Gahirapada is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gahirapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gahirapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gahirapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gahirapada 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gahirapada
Where is Gahirapada located?
Gahirapada village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahirapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Gahirapada is Sangrampur.
What is the pincode of Gahirapada?
The pincode of Gahirapada is 754108.
What is the population of Gahirapada?
Gahirapada has a total population of 237, including 125 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Gahirapada?
There are 63 households in Gahirapada.
What is the literacy rate in Gahirapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gahirapada is 77.22%. Male literacy is 80.80% and female literacy is 73.21%.