Gachergan - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Gachergan is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mundigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gachergan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gachergan is 416961. The village covers a total geographical area of 105 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Gachergan 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 Gachergan
According to the 2011 Census, Gachergan village had a total population of 146 people, including 67 males and 79 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,179 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.93%, with male literacy at 32.08% and female literacy at 31.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 146.
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 | 146 | 67 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 67 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 50 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Gachergan
Gachergan 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 Gachergan
Public transport in the Gachergan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Gachergan is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Gachergan is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gachergan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gachergan 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 Gachergan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gachergan 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 Gachergan
Where is Gachergan located?
Gachergan village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gachergan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gachergan is Mundigarh.
What is the pincode of Gachergan?
The pincode of Gachergan is 762107.
What is the population of Gachergan?
Gachergan had a total population of 146, including 67 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Gachergan?
Gachergan had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gachergan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gachergan was 31.93%. Male literacy was 32.08% and female literacy was 31.82%.