Gandapali - Gaisilet, Bargarh
Gandapali is a village situated in the Gaisilet tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaisilet and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Sandhibahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandapali is 380138. The village covers a total geographical area of 90 hectares and falls under the 768037 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gandapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gandapali
According to the 2011 Census, Gandapali village had a total population of 288 people, including 141 males and 147 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.80%, with male literacy at 81.89% and female literacy at 57.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 95, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 57.
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 | 288 | 141 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 45 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 20 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 104 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 37 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Gandapali
Gandapali 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 Gandapali
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gandapali. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gandapali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padmapur to Gandapali is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Gandapali is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandapali 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gandapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandapali 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 Gandapali
Where is Gandapali located?
Gandapali village is located in Gaisilet Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gandapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandapali is Sandhibahal.
What is the pincode of Gandapali?
The pincode of Gandapali is 768037.
What is the population of Gandapali?
Gandapali had a total population of 288, including 141 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Gandapali?
Gandapali had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandapali was 69.80%. Male literacy was 81.89% and female literacy was 57.81%.