Gandapalli - Narsinghpur, Cuttack
Gandapalli is a village situated in the Narsinghpur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 72 km from Narasinghpur and around 127 km from Cuttack. Nuapatna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandapalli is 398529. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 754032 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Gandapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baramba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gandapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Gandapalli village had a total population of 251 people, including 131 males and 120 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.97%, with male literacy at 88.70% and female literacy at 67.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 129.
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 | 251 | 131 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 67 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 102 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 29 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Gandapalli
Gandapalli 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 Gandapalli
Gandapalli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Gandapalli is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Gandapalli is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandapalli 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gandapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gandapalli
Where is Gandapalli located?
Gandapalli village is located in Narsinghpur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gandapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandapalli is Nuapatna.
What is the pincode of Gandapalli?
The pincode of Gandapalli is 754032.
What is the population of Gandapalli?
Gandapalli had a total population of 251, including 131 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Gandapalli?
Gandapalli had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandapalli was 78.97%. Male literacy was 88.70% and female literacy was 67.68%.