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
According to the 2011 Census, Gahirapada village had a total population of 237 people, including 125 males and 112 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.27%, with male literacy at 93.52% and female literacy at 84.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98.
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 | 237 | 125 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 48 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 237, including 125 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Gahirapada?
Gahirapada had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahirapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gahirapada was 89.27%. Male literacy was 93.52% and female literacy was 84.54%.