Gistikhole - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Gistikhole is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Chakapad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gistikhole village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gistikhole is 416060. The village covers a total geographical area of 448 hectares and falls under the 762028 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Gistikhole 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 Gistikhole
As per Census 2011, Gistikhole village has a total population of 606 people, consisting of 306 males and 300 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 346 literate and 260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 488 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gistikhole are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 606 | 306 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 49 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 488 | 247 | 241 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 227 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 79 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Gistikhole
Gistikhole 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 Gistikhole
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gistikhole.
| 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 Gistikhole is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gistikhole is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gistikhole
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gistikhole 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 Gistikhole
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gistikhole 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 Gistikhole
Where is Gistikhole located?
Gistikhole village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gistikhole?
The Gram Panchayat of Gistikhole is Chakapad.
What is the pincode of Gistikhole?
The pincode of Gistikhole is 762028.
What is the population of Gistikhole?
Gistikhole has a total population of 606, including 306 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Gistikhole?
There are 142 households in Gistikhole.
What is the literacy rate in Gistikhole?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gistikhole is 57.10%. Male literacy is 74.18% and female literacy is 39.67%.