Gandala
Gandala is a village located in Hinjili tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Hinjili (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Gandola is the gram panchayat of Gandala village.
Here you can discover what makes Gandala unique in its vibrant Hinjili-Ganjam region. You’ll see Gandala’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 Gandala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandala is 412337. The village spans a total geographical area of 824 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761003. Brahmapur is nearest town to Gandala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Gandala
Population of Gandala
According to the 2011 Census, Gandala has a total population of about 4,501, with approximately 2,175 males and 2,326 females. The sex ratio is around 1069 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 542 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,786 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.92%, with male literacy at about 70.53% and female literacy near 53.87%. There are around 997 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,501 | 2,175 | 2,326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 542 | 269 | 273 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,786 | 866 | 920 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,787 | 1,534 | 1,253 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,714 | 641 | 1,073 |
Connectivity of Gandala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandala. As per the 2011 stats, Gandala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gandala
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandala
- Where is Gandala located?
- Gandala village is situated in Hinjili Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gandala is Gandola (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gandala?
- The pincode of Gandala is 761003, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gandala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandala is 4,501, with 2,175 males and 2,326 females.
- How many households are there in Gandala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandala village has a total of 997 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandala is 61.92%. The male literacy rate is 70.53%, while the female literacy rate is 53.87%.