Gaigaon
About Gaigaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gaigaon village is 422394. Gaigaon village is located in Kesinga tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kesinga (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Gaiagaon is the gram panchayat of Gaigaon village.
The total geographical area of village is 590 hectares. Gaigaon has a total population of 1,387 peoples, out of which male population is 666 while female population is 721. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1082 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gaigaon village is 56.02% out of which 67.57% males and 45.35% females are literate. There are about 346 houses in gaigaon village. Pincode of gaigaon village locality is 766011.
When it comes to administration, Gaigaon village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gaigaon village comes under Bhawanipatna Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency. Kesinga is nearest town to gaigaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Gaigaon
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,387 | 666 | 721 |
| Children (0-6) | 192 | 96 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 105 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 563 | 273 | 290 |
| Literate Population | 777 | 450 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 610 | 216 | 394 |
Connectivity of Gaigaon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gaigaon
Where is Gaigaon located?
Gaigaon village is situated in Kesinga Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaigaon is Gaiagaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gaigaon?
The pincode of Gaigaon is 766011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gaigaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaigaon is 1,387, with 666 males and 721 females.
How many households are there in Gaigaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gaigaon village has a total of 346 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaigaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaigaon is 56.02%. The male literacy rate is 67.57%, while the female literacy rate is 45.35%.