Gadagadia - Kantamal, Boudh
Gadagadia is a village situated in the Kantamal tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Kantamal and around 93 km from Baudh. Baragaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadagadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadagadia is 417764. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 762017 pincode. Tarbha is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Gadagadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantamal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadagadia
According to the 2011 Census, Gadagadia village had a total population of 111 people, including 56 males and 55 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.29%, with male literacy at 61.70% and female literacy at 53.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 58.
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 | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 27 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Gadagadia
Gadagadia 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 Gadagadia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gadagadia.
| 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 Tarbha to Gadagadia is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Gadagadia is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadagadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadagadia 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gadagadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadagadia 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 Gadagadia
Where is Gadagadia located?
Gadagadia village is located in Kantamal Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gadagadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadagadia is Baragaon.
What is the pincode of Gadagadia?
The pincode of Gadagadia is 762017.
What is the population of Gadagadia?
Gadagadia had a total population of 111, including 56 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Gadagadia?
Gadagadia had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadagadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadagadia was 57.29%. Male literacy was 61.70% and female literacy was 53.06%.