Gabasoru - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Gabasoru is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Adasipada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gabasoru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gabasoru is 415692. The village covers a total geographical area of 271 hectares and falls under the 762029 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gabasoru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gabasoru
According to the 2011 Census, Gabasoru village had a total population of 200 people, including 101 males and 99 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.06%, with male literacy at 92.94% and female literacy at 61.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 200.
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 | 200 | 101 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 200 | 101 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 79 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 22 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Gabasoru
Gabasoru 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 Gabasoru
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gabasoru.
| 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 Phulabani to Gabasoru is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gabasoru is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gabasoru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gabasoru 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gabasoru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gabasoru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gabasoru
Where is Gabasoru located?
Gabasoru village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gabasoru?
The Gram Panchayat of Gabasoru is Adasipada.
What is the pincode of Gabasoru?
The pincode of Gabasoru is 762029.
What is the population of Gabasoru?
Gabasoru had a total population of 200, including 101 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Gabasoru?
Gabasoru had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gabasoru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gabasoru was 77.06%. Male literacy was 92.94% and female literacy was 61.18%.