Gaikanpali - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Gaikanpali is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Topria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaikanpali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaikanpali is 383496. The village covers a total geographical area of 224 hectares and falls under the 770024 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Gaikanpali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundargarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Gaikanpali
According to the 2011 Census, Gaikanpali village had a total population of 490 people, including 257 males and 233 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.52%, with male literacy at 89.33% and female literacy at 77.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 83.
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 | 490 | 257 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 32 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 201 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 56 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Gaikanpali
Gaikanpali 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 Gaikanpali
Public transport in the Gaikanpali is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Sundargarh to Gaikanpali is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Gaikanpali is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaikanpali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaikanpali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gaikanpali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaikanpali 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gaikanpali
Where is Gaikanpali located?
Gaikanpali village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaikanpali?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaikanpali is Topria.
What is the pincode of Gaikanpali?
The pincode of Gaikanpali is 770024.
What is the population of Gaikanpali?
Gaikanpali had a total population of 490, including 257 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Gaikanpali?
Gaikanpali had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaikanpali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaikanpali was 83.52%. Male literacy was 89.33% and female literacy was 77.36%.