Gateni - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Gateni is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kasinipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gateni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gateni is 416305. The village covers a total geographical area of 276 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Gateni 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 Gateni
According to the 2011 Census, Gateni village had a total population of 59 people, including 30 males and 29 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.52%, with male literacy at 62.50% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.
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 | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 15 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Gateni
Gateni 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 Gateni
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gateni.
| 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 Gateni is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gateni is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gateni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gateni 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 Gateni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gateni 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 Gateni
Where is Gateni located?
Gateni village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gateni?
The Gram Panchayat of Gateni is Kasinipadar.
What is the pincode of Gateni?
The pincode of Gateni is 762011.
What is the population of Gateni?
Gateni had a total population of 59, including 30 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Gateni?
Gateni had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gateni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gateni was 56.52%. Male literacy was 62.50% and female literacy was 50.00%.