Gaithipur - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Gaithipur is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Badagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaithipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaithipur is 398333. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 754108 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gaithipur 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 Gaithipur
As per Census 2011, Gaithipur village has a total population of 589 people, consisting of 311 males and 278 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 433 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 177 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaithipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 589 | 311 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 94 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 433 | 248 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 63 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Gaithipur
Gaithipur 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 Gaithipur
Gaithipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Gaithipur is about 20 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 Gaithipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaithipur 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 Gaithipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaithipur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gaithipur
Where is Gaithipur located?
Gaithipur village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaithipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaithipur is Badagaon.
What is the pincode of Gaithipur?
The pincode of Gaithipur is 754108.
What is the population of Gaithipur?
Gaithipur has a total population of 589, including 311 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Gaithipur?
There are 151 households in Gaithipur.
What is the literacy rate in Gaithipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaithipur is 73.51%. Male literacy is 79.74% and female literacy is 66.55%.