Gasama - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Gasama is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Chahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gasama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gasama is 416095. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 762028 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Gasama 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 Gasama
As per Census 2011, Gasama village has a total population of 170 people, consisting of 87 males and 83 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 170 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gasama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 170 | 87 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 87 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 44 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 43 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Gasama
Gasama 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 Gasama
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gasama.
| 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 Gasama is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gasama is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gasama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gasama 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gasama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gasama 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gasama
Where is Gasama located?
Gasama village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gasama?
The Gram Panchayat of Gasama is Chahali.
What is the pincode of Gasama?
The pincode of Gasama is 762028.
What is the population of Gasama?
Gasama has a total population of 170, including 87 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Gasama?
There are 43 households in Gasama.
What is the literacy rate in Gasama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gasama is 40.59%. Male literacy is 50.57% and female literacy is 30.12%.