Gimapanga - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Gimapanga is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sindirigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gimapanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gimapanga is 416622. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Gimapanga 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 Gimapanga
According to the 2011 Census, Gimapanga village had a total population of 31 people, including 14 males and 17 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,214 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.44%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 40.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 31.
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 | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 8 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Gimapanga
Gimapanga 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 Gimapanga
Public transport in the Gimapanga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gimapanga is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gimapanga is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gimapanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gimapanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gimapanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gimapanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gimapanga
Where is Gimapanga located?
Gimapanga village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gimapanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Gimapanga is Sindirigaon.
What is the pincode of Gimapanga?
The pincode of Gimapanga is 762103.
What is the population of Gimapanga?
Gimapanga had a total population of 31, including 14 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Gimapanga?
Gimapanga had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gimapanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gimapanga was 44.44%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 40.00%.