Gadiajor - Patnagarh, Balangir
Gadiajor is a village situated in the Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patnagarh and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Dangbahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadiajor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadiajor is 420526. The village covers a total geographical area of 480 hectares and falls under the 767025 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gadiajor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadiajor
As per Census 2011, Gadiajor village has a total population of 301 people, consisting of 156 males and 145 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 147 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 99 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadiajor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 301 | 156 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 87 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 69 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Gadiajor
Gadiajor 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 Gadiajor
Gadiajor is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Patnagarh to Gadiajor is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Gadiajor is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadiajor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadiajor 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gadiajor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadiajor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadiajor
Where is Gadiajor located?
Gadiajor village is located in Patnagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadiajor?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadiajor is Dangbahal.
What is the pincode of Gadiajor?
The pincode of Gadiajor is 767025.
What is the population of Gadiajor?
Gadiajor has a total population of 301, including 156 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Gadiajor?
There are 89 households in Gadiajor.
What is the literacy rate in Gadiajor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadiajor is 48.84%. Male literacy is 55.77% and female literacy is 41.38%.