Gagankhalai - Ulunda, Sonepur
Gagankhalai is a village situated in the Ulunda tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from Biramaharajpur and around 19 km from Subarnapur. Jaloe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gagankhalai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gagankhalai is 419340. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 767018 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gagankhalai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gagankhalai
As per Census 2011, Gagankhalai village has a total population of 122 people, consisting of 65 males and 57 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 88 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gagankhalai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 122 | 65 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 65 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 51 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 14 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Gagankhalai
Gagankhalai 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 Gagankhalai
Gagankhalai 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 Sonapur to Gagankhalai is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Gagankhalai is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gagankhalai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gagankhalai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gagankhalai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gagankhalai 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gagankhalai
Where is Gagankhalai located?
Gagankhalai village is located in Ulunda Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gagankhalai?
The Gram Panchayat of Gagankhalai is Jaloe.
What is the pincode of Gagankhalai?
The pincode of Gagankhalai is 767018.
What is the population of Gagankhalai?
Gagankhalai has a total population of 122, including 65 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Gagankhalai?
There are 28 households in Gagankhalai.
What is the literacy rate in Gagankhalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gagankhalai is 72.13%. Male literacy is 78.46% and female literacy is 64.91%.