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
As per Census 2011, Gandpali village has a total population of 347 people, consisting of 167 males and 180 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 1,077 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 220 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 77 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gandpali are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 347, including 167 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Gandpali?
There are 85 households in Gandpali.
What is the literacy rate in Gandpali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandpali is 63.40%. Male literacy is 77.84% and female literacy is 50.00%.