Gagada - Makdi, Kondagaon
Gagada is a village situated in the Makdi tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from Makdi and around 117 km from Jagdalpur. Arla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gagada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gagada is 448923. The village covers a total geographical area of 351.45 hectares and falls under the 494237 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Gagada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gagada
According to the 2011 Census, Gagada village had a total population of 498 people, including 262 males and 236 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.69%, with male literacy at 55.77% and female literacy at 25.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 398.
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 | 498 | 262 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 54 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 398 | 210 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 116 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 146 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Gagada
Gagada 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 Gagada
Gagada 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 NA |
| 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 Kondagaon to Gagada is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Gagada is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gagada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gagada 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gagada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gagada 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gagada
Where is Gagada located?
Gagada village is located in Makdi Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gagada?
The Gram Panchayat of Gagada is Arla.
What is the pincode of Gagada?
The pincode of Gagada is 494237.
What is the population of Gagada?
Gagada had a total population of 498, including 262 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Gagada?
Gagada had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gagada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gagada was 41.69%. Male literacy was 55.77% and female literacy was 25.68%.