Gandpali - Sohela, Bargarh
Gandpali is a village situated in the Sohela tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sohela and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Jhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandpali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandpali is 380288. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 768034 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gandpali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gandpali
According to the 2011 Census, Gandpali village had a total population of 347 people, including 167 males and 180 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,078 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.37%, with male literacy at 85.53% and female literacy at 59.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 77.
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 | 347 | 167 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 15 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 130 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 37 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Gandpali
Gandpali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khapanpali | West | 1.32 km |
| Padhanpali | North | 1.40 km |
| Kalangapali | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Kermeli | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Jharai | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Jhar | South | 2.65 km |
| Jitapali | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Sargunapali | South | 3.20 km |
| Kudapali | North | 3.45 km |
| Tabada | North-East | 3.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gandpali
Gandpali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barpali, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padmapur to Gandpali is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Gandpali is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandpali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandpali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gandpali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandpali 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gandpali
Where is Gandpali located?
Gandpali village is located in Sohela Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gandpali?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandpali is Jhar.
What is the pincode of Gandpali?
The pincode of Gandpali is 768034.
What is the population of Gandpali?
Gandpali had a total population of 347, including 167 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Gandpali?
Gandpali had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandpali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandpali was 72.37%. Male literacy was 85.53% and female literacy was 59.21%.