Gaddanna - Sedam, Kalaburagi
Gaddanna is a village situated in the Sedam taluka of Kalaburagi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 40 km from Sedam and around 90 km from Gulbarga. Motakpalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaddanna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaddanna is 620576. The village covers a total geographical area of 404.46 hectares and falls under the 585318 pincode. Gurmatkal is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Gaddanna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sedam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalaburagi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaddanna
As per Census 2011, Gaddanna village has a total population of 1,062 people, consisting of 534 males and 528 females. The village has 207 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 403 literate and 659 illiterate residents. Additionally, 273 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 150 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaddanna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,062 | 534 | 528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 80 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 139 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 150 | 66 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 252 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 659 | 282 | 377 |
Nearby Villages of Gaddanna
Gaddanna is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Venkatapur | North | 2.18 km |
| Motakpalli | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Konapur | North-West | 3.68 km |
| Kolkunda | West | 4.04 km |
| Malkapalli | South-West | 4.30 km |
| Shaklatpalli | South-East | 4.32 km |
| Chandapur | North-East | 4.36 km |
| Madna | North | 5.29 km |
| Kishtapur | East | 5.67 km |
| Itkal | South | 5.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gaddanna
Gaddanna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kurgunta, while the nearest airport is Begumpet Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gurmatkal to Gaddanna is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gulbarga to Gaddanna is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaddanna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaddanna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gaddanna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaddanna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gaddanna
Where is Gaddanna located?
Gaddanna village is located in Sedam Taluka, Kalaburagi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaddanna?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaddanna is Motakpalli.
What is the pincode of Gaddanna?
The pincode of Gaddanna is 585318.
What is the population of Gaddanna?
Gaddanna has a total population of 1,062, including 534 males and 528 females.
How many households are there in Gaddanna?
There are 207 households in Gaddanna.
What is the literacy rate in Gaddanna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaddanna is 37.95%. Male literacy is 47.19% and female literacy is 28.60%.