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.

Gahiguda has its own place in the vibrant Kandhamal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Gahiguda

Below is a concise population overview of Gahiguda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gahiguda village:

  • The total population of Gahiguda village is around 274, including approximately 145 males and 129 females, with a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 75 children aged 0–6 years in Gahiguda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gahiguda village has 256 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gahiguda village is about 49.27%, with male literacy at 61.38% and female literacy at 35.66%.
  • There are around 52 households in Gahiguda village.

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)
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.

Kutibadi Jargiguda Dudimila Pilimaha Batadi Gahiguda Jangal Ranipanga Rada Dedrakaju Usurumaha Sartulu

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%.