Gigidi - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Gigidi is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Bishamakatak and around 95 km from Rayagada . Piskapanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gigidi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gigidi is 425177. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Gigidi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gigidi
According to the 2011 Census, Gigidi village had a total population of 28 people, including 19 males and 9 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 474 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.15%, with male literacy at 41.18% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 28 | 19 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 19 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 12 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Gigidi
Gigidi 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 Gigidi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gigidi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rayagada to Gigidi is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Gigidi is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gigidi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gigidi 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 Gigidi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gigidi 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 Gigidi
Where is Gigidi located?
Gigidi village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gigidi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gigidi is Piskapanga.
What is the pincode of Gigidi?
The pincode of Gigidi is 765019.
What is the population of Gigidi?
Gigidi had a total population of 28, including 19 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Gigidi?
Gigidi had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gigidi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gigidi was 46.15%. Male literacy was 41.18% and female literacy was 55.56%.