Gahaga
Gahaga is a village located in Kendrapara Sadar tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Kendrapara Sadar (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Danpur is the gram panchayat of Gahaga village.
Here you can discover what makes Gahaga unique in its vibrant Kendrapara Sadar-Kendrapara region. You’ll see Gahaga’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 Gahaga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gahaga is 396479. The village spans a total geographical area of 58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754210. Kendrapara is nearest town to Gahaga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Gahaga
Population of Gahaga
According to the 2011 Census, Gahaga has a total population of about 493, with approximately 247 males and 246 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 33 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 51 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.14%, with male literacy at about 85.02% and female literacy near 77.24%. There are around 126 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gahaga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 493 | 247 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 7 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 400 | 210 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 37 | 56 |
Connectivity of Gahaga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gahaga. As per the 2011 stats, Gahaga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gahaga
Knowing the nearby villages of Gahaga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gahaga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gahaga
- Where is Gahaga located?
- Gahaga village is situated in Kendrapara Sadar Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gahaga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gahaga is Danpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gahaga?
- The pincode of Gahaga is 754210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gahaga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gahaga is 493, with 247 males and 246 females.
- How many households are there in Gahaga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gahaga village has a total of 126 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gahaga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahaga is 81.14%. The male literacy rate is 85.02%, while the female literacy rate is 77.24%.