Gambharijhola - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Gambharijhola is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Chahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gambharijhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gambharijhola is 416049. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 762028 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Gambharijhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gambharijhola
According to the 2011 Census, Gambharijhola village had a total population of 53 people, including 26 males and 27 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.18%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 40.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
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 | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 8 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Gambharijhola
Gambharijhola 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 Gambharijhola
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gambharijhola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gambharijhola is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gambharijhola is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gambharijhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gambharijhola 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gambharijhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gambharijhola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gambharijhola
Where is Gambharijhola located?
Gambharijhola village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gambharijhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Gambharijhola is Chahali.
What is the pincode of Gambharijhola?
The pincode of Gambharijhola is 762028.
What is the population of Gambharijhola?
Gambharijhola had a total population of 53, including 26 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Gambharijhola?
Gambharijhola had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gambharijhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gambharijhola was 59.18%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 40.74%.