Gahiguda Jangal - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Gahiguda Jangal is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 110 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 145 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Ranipanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gahiguda Jangal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gahiguda Jangal is 417144. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Gahiguda Jangal 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 Gahiguda Jangal
As per Census 2011, Gahiguda Jangal village has a total population of 186 people, consisting of 79 males and 107 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,354 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 84 literate and 102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gahiguda Jangal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 186 | 79 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 18 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 78 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 48 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 31 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Gahiguda Jangal
Gahiguda Jangal 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 Gahiguda Jangal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gahiguda Jangal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Gahiguda Jangal is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gahiguda Jangal is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gahiguda Jangal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gahiguda Jangal 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 Gahiguda Jangal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gahiguda Jangal 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 Gahiguda Jangal
Where is Gahiguda Jangal located?
Gahiguda Jangal village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahiguda Jangal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gahiguda Jangal is Ranipanga.
What is the pincode of Gahiguda Jangal?
The pincode of Gahiguda Jangal is 762103.
What is the population of Gahiguda Jangal?
Gahiguda Jangal has a total population of 186, including 79 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Gahiguda Jangal?
There are 36 households in Gahiguda Jangal.
What is the literacy rate in Gahiguda Jangal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gahiguda Jangal is 45.16%. Male literacy is 60.76% and female literacy is 33.64%.