Gagarmetla - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Gagarmetla is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalimela and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Gompakunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gagarmetla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gagarmetla is 430999. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Gagarmetla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gagarmetla
As per Census 2011, Gagarmetla village has a total population of 689 people, consisting of 364 males and 325 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 281 literate and 408 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 358 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gagarmetla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 689 | 364 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 73 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 66 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 358 | 195 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 183 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 181 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Gagarmetla
Gagarmetla 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 Gagarmetla
Gagarmetla 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 5-10 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 Malkangiri to Gagarmetla is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Gagarmetla is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gagarmetla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gagarmetla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gagarmetla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gagarmetla 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gagarmetla
Where is Gagarmetla located?
Gagarmetla village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gagarmetla?
The Gram Panchayat of Gagarmetla is Gompakunda.
What is the pincode of Gagarmetla?
The pincode of Gagarmetla is 764086.
What is the population of Gagarmetla?
Gagarmetla has a total population of 689, including 364 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Gagarmetla?
There are 159 households in Gagarmetla.
What is the literacy rate in Gagarmetla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gagarmetla is 40.78%. Male literacy is 50.27% and female literacy is 30.15%.