Gehlei
Gehlei is a village located in Balichandrapur tehsil of Jajapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Balichandrapur (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Jajapur . As per 2009 stats, Kottapur is the gram panchayat of Gehlei village.
Here you can discover what makes Gehlei unique in its vibrant Balichandrapur-Jajapur region. You’ll see Gehlei’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gehlei
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gehlei is 401803. The village spans a total geographical area of 25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 755008. Jajapur is nearest town to Gehlei village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 62km away.
Google Map of Gehlei
Population of Gehlei
According to the 2011 Census, Gehlei has a total population of about 312, with approximately 163 males and 149 females. The sex ratio is around 914 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 32 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 125 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.79%, with male literacy at about 80.37% and female literacy near 62.42%. There are around 89 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gehlei's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 312 | 163 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 22 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 70 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 224 | 131 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 32 | 56 |
Connectivity of Gehlei
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gehlei. As per the 2011 stats, Gehlei had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gehlei
Knowing the nearby villages of Gehlei helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gehlei.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gehlei
- Where is Gehlei located?
- Gehlei village is situated in Balichandrapur Tehsil, within the Jajapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gehlei?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gehlei is Kottapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gehlei?
- The pincode of Gehlei is 755008, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gehlei as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gehlei is 312, with 163 males and 149 females.
- How many households are there in Gehlei as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gehlei village has a total of 89 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gehlei as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gehlei is 71.79%. The male literacy rate is 80.37%, while the female literacy rate is 62.42%.