Gahakia - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Gahakia is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 148 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sonepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gahakia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gahakia is 417504. The village covers a total geographical area of 166 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Gahakia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gahakia
According to the 2011 Census, Gahakia village had a total population of 847 people, including 429 males and 418 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.40%, with male literacy at 47.73% and female literacy at 29.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 444.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gahakia
Gahakia 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 Gahakia
Public transport in the Gahakia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Gahakia is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gahakia is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gahakia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gahakia 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 Gahakia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gahakia 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 Gahakia
Where is Gahakia located?
Gahakia village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gahakia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gahakia is Sonepur.
What is the pincode of Gahakia?
The pincode of Gahakia is 762104.
What is the population of Gahakia?
Gahakia had a total population of 847, including 429 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Gahakia?
Gahakia had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gahakia was 38.40%. Male literacy was 47.73% and female literacy was 29.34%.