Gahiguda
Gahiguda is a village located in Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 108km away from sub-district headquarter Kotagarh (tehsildar office) and 143km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Pokari is the gram panchayat of Gahiguda village.
Here you can discover what makes Gahiguda unique in its vibrant Kotagarh-Kandhamal region. You’ll see Gahiguda’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 Gahiguda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gahiguda is 417143. The village spans a total geographical area of 129 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762103. Phulabani is nearest town to Gahiguda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 99km away.
Google Map of Gahiguda
Population of Gahiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Gahiguda has a total population of about 274, with approximately 145 males and 129 females. The sex ratio is around 889 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 75 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 256. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.27%, with male literacy at about 61.38% and female literacy near 35.66%. There are around 52 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gahiguda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 274 | 145 | 129 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 256 | 132 | 124 |
Literate Population | 135 | 89 | 46 |
Illiterate Population | 139 | 56 | 83 |
Connectivity of Gahiguda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gahiguda. As per the 2011 stats, Gahiguda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gahiguda
Knowing the nearby villages of Gahiguda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gahiguda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gahiguda
- Where is Gahiguda located?
- Gahiguda village is situated in Kotagarh Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gahiguda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gahiguda is Pokari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gahiguda?
- The pincode of Gahiguda is 762103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gahiguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gahiguda is 274, with 145 males and 129 females.
- How many households are there in Gahiguda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gahiguda village has a total of 52 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gahiguda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahiguda is 49.27%. The male literacy rate is 61.38%, while the female literacy rate is 35.66%.