Gandahati
Gandahati is a village located in Garabandha tehsil of Gajapati district in Odisha, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Garabandha (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Paralakhemundi. As per 2009 stats, Gandahati village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gandahati unique in its vibrant Garabandha-Gajapati region. You’ll see Gandahati’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 Gandahati
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandahati is 414923. The village spans a total geographical area of 1478 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761215. Parlakhemundi is nearest town to Gandahati village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gandahati village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Berhampur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gandahati
Population of Gandahati
According to the 2011 Census, Gandahati has a total population of about 1,773, with approximately 835 males and 938 females. The sex ratio is around 1123 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 223 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 260 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 328. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.56%, with male literacy at about 66.11% and female literacy near 46.16%. There are around 448 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandahati's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,773 | 835 | 938 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 114 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 117 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 328 | 142 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 985 | 552 | 433 |
| Illiterate Population | 788 | 283 | 505 |
Connectivity of Gandahati
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandahati. As per the 2011 stats, Gandahati 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 Gandahati
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandahati helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandahati.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandahati
- Where is Gandahati located?
- Gandahati village is situated in Garabandha Tehsil, within the Gajapati district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandahati?
- Gandahati serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gandahati?
- The pincode of Gandahati is 761215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gandahati as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandahati is 1,773, with 835 males and 938 females.
- How many households are there in Gandahati as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandahati village has a total of 448 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandahati as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandahati is 55.56%. The male literacy rate is 66.11%, while the female literacy rate is 46.16%.