Gazed - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Gazed is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Ralegada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gazed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gazed is 430672. The village covers a total geographical area of 6 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Gazed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gazed
According to the 2011 Census, Gazed village had a total population of 122 people, including 49 males and 73 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,490 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 1.12%, with male literacy at 2.56% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 120.
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 | 122 | 49 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 10 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 48 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 48 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Gazed
Gazed 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 Gazed
Gazed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Gazed is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Gazed is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gazed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gazed 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 Gazed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gazed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gazed
Where is Gazed located?
Gazed village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gazed?
The Gram Panchayat of Gazed is Ralegada.
What is the pincode of Gazed?
The pincode of Gazed is 764052.
What is the population of Gazed?
Gazed had a total population of 122, including 49 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Gazed?
Gazed had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gazed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gazed was 1.12%. Male literacy was 2.56% and female literacy was 0.00%.