Gigina

Gigina is a village located in Kesinga tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Kesinga (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Gigina village is also a gram panchayat.

Gigina has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gigina

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gigina is 422323. The village spans a total geographical area of 285 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766101. Kesinga is nearest town to Gigina village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Gigina

Below is a concise population overview of Gigina as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 709 360 349
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 79 39 40
Scheduled Castes (SC) 152 73 79
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 117 55 62
Literate Population 429 251 178
Illiterate Population 280 109 171

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gigina village:

  • The total population of Gigina village is around 709, including approximately 360 males and 349 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 79 children aged 0–6 years in Gigina village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gigina village has 152 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 117 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gigina village is about 60.51%, with male literacy at 69.72% and female literacy at 51.00%.
  • There are around 208 households in Gigina village.

Connectivity of Gigina

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gigina. As per the 2011 stats, Gigina had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gigina

Knowing the nearby villages of Gigina helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gigina.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gigina

Where is Gigina located?
Gigina village is situated in Kesinga Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gigina?
Gigina serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gigina?
The pincode of Gigina is 766101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gigina as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gigina is 709, with 360 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Gigina as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gigina village has a total of 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gigina as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gigina is 60.51%. The male literacy rate is 69.72%, while the female literacy rate is 51.00%.