Gerengaka - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Gerengaka is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Baliguda and around 125 km from Phulbani. Gumikia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gerengaka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gerengaka is 416806. The village covers a total geographical area of 276 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 118 km away.
Gerengaka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gerengaka
As per Census 2011, Gerengaka village has a total population of 202 people, consisting of 96 males and 106 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,104 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 77 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 196 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gerengaka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 202 | 96 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 196 | 93 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 52 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 44 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Gerengaka
Gerengaka 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 Gerengaka
Gerengaka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Gerengaka is about 118 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gerengaka is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gerengaka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gerengaka 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 Gerengaka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gerengaka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gerengaka
Where is Gerengaka located?
Gerengaka village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gerengaka?
The Gram Panchayat of Gerengaka is Gumikia.
What is the pincode of Gerengaka?
The pincode of Gerengaka is 762103.
What is the population of Gerengaka?
Gerengaka has a total population of 202, including 96 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Gerengaka?
There are 48 households in Gerengaka.
What is the literacy rate in Gerengaka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gerengaka is 38.12%. Male literacy is 54.17% and female literacy is 23.58%.