Gangadihi Village - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Gangadihi is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from Kochinda and around 50 km from Sambalpur. Mahada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangadihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangadihi is 381515. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 768227 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Gangadihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangadihi
As per Census 2011, Gangadihi village has a total population of 246 people, consisting of 129 males and 117 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 163 literate and 83 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 98 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gangadihi are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 246 | 129 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 45 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 47 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 97 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 32 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Gangadihi
Gangadihi 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 Gangadihi
Gangadihi 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 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 Kochinda to Gangadihi is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Gangadihi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangadihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangadihi 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gangadihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangadihi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gangadihi
Where is Gangadihi located?
Gangadihi village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangadihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangadihi is Mahada.
What is the pincode of Gangadihi?
The pincode of Gangadihi is 768227.
What is the population of Gangadihi?
Gangadihi has a total population of 246, including 129 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Gangadihi?
There are 64 households in Gangadihi.
What is the literacy rate in Gangadihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangadihi is 66.26%. Male literacy is 75.19% and female literacy is 56.41%.