Gahakia
Gahakia is a village located in Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Daringbadi (tehsildar office) and 148km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Sonepur is the gram panchayat of Gahakia village.
Here you can discover what makes Gahakia unique in its vibrant Daringbadi-Kandhamal region. You’ll see Gahakia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gahakia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gahakia is 417504. The village spans a total geographical area of 166 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762104. G. Udayagiri is nearest town to Gahakia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 90km away.
Google Map of Gahakia
Population of Gahakia
According to the 2011 Census, Gahakia has a total population of about 847, with approximately 429 males and 418 females. The sex ratio is around 974 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 222 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 85 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 444. The overall literacy rate is approximately 28.34%, with male literacy at about 34.27% and female literacy near 22.25%. There are around 178 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gahakia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 847 | 429 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 121 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 45 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 444 | 227 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 147 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 607 | 282 | 325 |
Connectivity of Gahakia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gahakia. As per the 2011 stats, Gahakia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gahakia
Knowing the nearby villages of Gahakia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gahakia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gahakia
- Where is Gahakia located?
- Gahakia village is situated in Daringbadi Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gahakia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gahakia is Sonepur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gahakia?
- The pincode of Gahakia is 762104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gahakia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gahakia is 847, with 429 males and 418 females.
- How many households are there in Gahakia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gahakia village has a total of 178 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gahakia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahakia is 28.34%. The male literacy rate is 34.27%, while the female literacy rate is 22.25%.