Gandapaju
About Gandapaju
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gandapaju village is 418699. Gandapaju village is located in Puruna Katak tehsil of Baudh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 37km away from sub-district headquarter Puruna Katak (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Baudh. As per 2009 stats, Talagaon is the gram panchayat of Gandapaju village.
The total geographical area of village is 75 hectares. Gandapaju has a total population of 286 peoples, out of which male population is 158 while female population is 128. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 810 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gandapaju village is 59.79% out of which 71.52% males and 45.31% females are literate. There are about 82 houses in gandapaju village. Pincode of gandapaju village locality is 762012.
When it comes to administration, Gandapaju village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gandapaju village comes under Boudh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kandhamal Lok Sabha constituency. Baudhgarh is nearest town to gandapaju village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.
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Population of Gandapaju
The population details of Gandapaju cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 286 | 158 | 128 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 65 | 39 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 113 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 45 | 70 |
Connectivity of Gandapaju
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gandapaju
Where is Gandapaju located?
Gandapaju village is situated in Puruna Katak Tehsil, within the Baudh district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandapaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandapaju is Talagaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gandapaju?
The pincode of Gandapaju is 762012, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gandapaju as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandapaju is 286, with 158 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Gandapaju as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gandapaju village has a total of 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandapaju as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandapaju is 59.79%. The male literacy rate is 71.52%, while the female literacy rate is 45.31%.