Gandasthapur
Gandasthapur is a village located in Soro tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Soro (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Dandaharipur is the gram panchayat of Gandasthapur village.
Gandasthapur has its own place in the vibrant Baleshwar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gandasthapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandasthapur is 393821. The village spans a total geographical area of 235 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756042. Soro is nearest town to Gandasthapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gandasthapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gandasthapur
Population of Gandasthapur
Below is a concise population overview of Gandasthapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,409 | 743 | 666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 88 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,103 | 619 | 484 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 124 | 182 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gandasthapur village:
- The total population of Gandasthapur village is around 1,409, including approximately 743 males and 666 females, with a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 158 children aged 0–6 years in Gandasthapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gandasthapur village has 75 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 32 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gandasthapur village is about 78.28%, with male literacy at 83.31% and female literacy at 72.67%.
- There are around 348 households in Gandasthapur village.
Connectivity of Gandasthapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandasthapur. As per the 2011 stats, Gandasthapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gandasthapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandasthapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandasthapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandasthapur
- Where is Gandasthapur located?
- Gandasthapur village is situated in Soro Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandasthapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gandasthapur is Dandaharipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gandasthapur?
- The pincode of Gandasthapur is 756042, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gandasthapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandasthapur is 1,409, with 743 males and 666 females.
- How many households are there in Gandasthapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandasthapur village has a total of 348 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandasthapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandasthapur is 78.28%. The male literacy rate is 83.31%, while the female literacy rate is 72.67%.