Gajabahal
Gajabahal is a village located in Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Madanpur Rampur (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Gajabahal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gajabahal unique in its vibrant Madanpur Rampur-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Gajabahal’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 Gajabahal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gajabahal is 422416. The village spans a total geographical area of 398 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766031. Kesinga is nearest town to Gajabahal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Gajabahal
Population of Gajabahal
According to the 2011 Census, Gajabahal has a total population of about 1,403, with approximately 699 males and 704 females. The sex ratio is around 1007 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 178 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 329 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 149. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.00%, with male literacy at about 77.83% and female literacy near 60.23%. There are around 373 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gajabahal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,403 | 699 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 84 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 157 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 81 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 968 | 544 | 424 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 155 | 280 |
Connectivity of Gajabahal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gajabahal. As per the 2011 stats, Gajabahal 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 Gajabahal
Knowing the nearby villages of Gajabahal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gajabahal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gajabahal
- Where is Gajabahal located?
- Gajabahal village is situated in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gajabahal?
- Gajabahal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gajabahal?
- The pincode of Gajabahal is 766031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gajabahal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gajabahal is 1,403, with 699 males and 704 females.
- How many households are there in Gajabahal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gajabahal village has a total of 373 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gajabahal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gajabahal is 69.00%. The male literacy rate is 77.83%, while the female literacy rate is 60.23%.