Gangerigan - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Gangerigan is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kutikia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangerigan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangerigan is 416524. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 89 km away.
Gangerigan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangerigan
According to the 2011 Census, Gangerigan village had a total population of 49 people, including 26 males and 23 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.81%, with male literacy at 47.62% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 49.
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 | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 16 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Gangerigan
Gangerigan 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 Gangerigan
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gangerigan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Gangerigan is about 89 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gangerigan is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangerigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangerigan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gangerigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangerigan 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 Gangerigan
Where is Gangerigan located?
Gangerigan village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangerigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangerigan is Kutikia.
What is the pincode of Gangerigan?
The pincode of Gangerigan is 762110.
What is the population of Gangerigan?
Gangerigan had a total population of 49, including 26 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Gangerigan?
Gangerigan had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangerigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangerigan was 23.81%. Male literacy was 47.62% and female literacy was 0.00%.