Gahami - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Gahami is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Chandiposh and around 160 km from Sundargarh. Darjing serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gahami village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gahami is 384683. The village covers a total geographical area of 190 hectares and falls under the 770037 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Gahami village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gahami
According to the 2011 Census, Gahami village had a total population of 73 people, including 42 males and 31 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 738 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.74%, with male literacy at 58.62% and female literacy at 12.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 72.
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 | 73 | 42 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 42 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 17 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 25 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Gahami
Gahami 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 Gahami
Gahami 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Gahami is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Gahami is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gahami
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gahami 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 Gahami
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gahami 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 Gahami
Where is Gahami located?
Gahami village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gahami?
The Gram Panchayat of Gahami is Darjing.
What is the pincode of Gahami?
The pincode of Gahami is 770037.
What is the population of Gahami?
Gahami had a total population of 73, including 42 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Gahami?
Gahami had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahami?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gahami was 37.74%. Male literacy was 58.62% and female literacy was 12.50%.