Gambharikana - Ersama, Jagatsinghapur
Gambharikana is a village situated in the Ersama tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ersama and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Janakadeipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gambharikana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gambharikana is 397434. The village covers a total geographical area of 207 hectares and falls under the 754110 pincode. Paradip is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Gambharikana 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 Gambharikana
According to the 2011 Census, Gambharikana village had a total population of 442 people, including 226 males and 216 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.59%, with male literacy at 91.58% and female literacy at 75.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 242, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 442 | 226 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 128 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 331 | 185 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 41 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Gambharikana
Gambharikana 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 Gambharikana
Public transport in the Gambharikana 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 Paradip to Gambharikana is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Gambharikana is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gambharikana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gambharikana 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 Gambharikana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gambharikana 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gambharikana
Where is Gambharikana located?
Gambharikana village is located in Ersama Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gambharikana?
The Gram Panchayat of Gambharikana is Janakadeipur.
What is the pincode of Gambharikana?
The pincode of Gambharikana is 754110.
What is the population of Gambharikana?
Gambharikana had a total population of 442, including 226 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Gambharikana?
Gambharikana had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gambharikana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gambharikana was 83.59%. Male literacy was 91.58% and female literacy was 75.26%.