Gedemaha - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Gedemaha 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 81 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Badabanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gedemaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gedemaha is 417377. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Gedemaha 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 Gedemaha
According to the 2011 Census, Gedemaha village had a total population of 34 people, including 15 males and 19 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,267 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.84%, with male literacy at 64.29% and female literacy at 47.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
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 | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 6 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Gedemaha
Gedemaha 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 Gedemaha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gedemaha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gedemaha is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gedemaha is about 81 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 Gedemaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gedemaha 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 Gedemaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gedemaha 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 Gedemaha
Where is Gedemaha located?
Gedemaha village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gedemaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Gedemaha is Badabanga.
What is the pincode of Gedemaha?
The pincode of Gedemaha is 762104.
What is the population of Gedemaha?
Gedemaha had a total population of 34, including 15 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Gedemaha?
Gedemaha had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gedemaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gedemaha was 54.84%. Male literacy was 64.29% and female literacy was 47.06%.