Gandia
Gandia is a village located in Gandia tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Gandia (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Gondia is the gram panchayat of Gandia village.
Here you can discover what makes Gandia unique in its vibrant Gandia-Dhenkanal region. You’ll see Gandia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gandia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandia is 402728. The village spans a total geographical area of 247 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759014. Dhenkanal is nearest town to Gandia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Gandia
Population of Gandia
According to the 2011 Census, Gandia has a total population of about 2,104, with approximately 1,103 males and 1,001 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 219 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 314 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 32. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.33%, with male literacy at about 83.32% and female literacy near 72.83%. There are around 524 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,104 | 1,103 | 1,001 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 120 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 159 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,648 | 919 | 729 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 184 | 272 |
Connectivity of Gandia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandia. As per the 2011 stats, Gandia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gandia
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandia
- Where is Gandia located?
- Gandia village is situated in Gandia Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gandia is Gondia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gandia?
- The pincode of Gandia is 759014, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gandia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandia is 2,104, with 1,103 males and 1,001 females.
- How many households are there in Gandia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandia village has a total of 524 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandia is 78.33%. The male literacy rate is 83.32%, while the female literacy rate is 72.83%.