Gahana

Gahana is a village located in G Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter G.udayagiri (tehsildar office) and 5km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Gadaguda is the gram panchayat of Gahana village.

Here you can discover what makes Gahana unique in its vibrant G Udayagiri-Kandhamal region. You’ll see Gahana’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 Gahana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gahana is 415794. The village spans a total geographical area of 64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762100. G. Udayagiri is nearest town to Gahana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Gahana

According to the 2011 Census, Gahana has a total population of about 460, with approximately 181 males and 279 females. The sex ratio is around 1541 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 49 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 81 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 327. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.96%, with male literacy at about 73.48% and female literacy near 70.97%. There are around 96 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gahana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 460 181 279
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 49 23 26
Scheduled Castes (SC) 81 33 48
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 327 121 206
Literate Population 331 133 198
Illiterate Population 129 48 81

Connectivity of Gahana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gahana. As per the 2011 stats, Gahana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gahana

Knowing the nearby villages of Gahana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gahana.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gahana

Where is Gahana located?
Gahana village is situated in G Udayagiri Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahana?
The Gram Panchayat of Gahana is Gadaguda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gahana?
The pincode of Gahana is 762100, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gahana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gahana is 460, with 181 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Gahana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gahana village has a total of 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahana is 71.96%. The male literacy rate is 73.48%, while the female literacy rate is 70.97%.